Silver Bullion Prices Today, Buying and Selling in Mobridge, SD

Silver Guide · Buying & Selling

If you're sitting on silver rounds, old coins, sterling jewelry, or a collection you've been holding for years, you're probably wondering what it's worth right now — and where you can actually sell it without driving to Bismarck or Aberdeen. This page gives you the current spot price, what affects your offer, and exactly how the process works at Larsen's in Mobridge.

We're the only full-service silver buyer within approximately 90 miles of Mobridge. Whether you're selling a single silver ring or a box of pre-1965 coins, here's what you need to know before you come in.

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Spot price (Apr 2026)
~$79–80 / troy oz
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All-time high
$121.67 (Jan 29, 2026)
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Year-over-year change
+142% vs. April 2025

What Is Silver Selling For Today?

Current silver spot price — April 2026
~$79–80
per troy ounce · updated April 2026
Silver prices change daily. For the live price before you drive in, check Kitco.com or JM Bullion. Larsen's Jewelry bases all offers on a day-to-day / day of transaction.

To put that number in context: silver was trading around $33/oz just one year ago. The run-up has been dramatic, driven by a structural supply deficit, surging industrial demand, and investor appetite for safe-haven assets amid geopolitical uncertainty. Silver hit an all-time nominal high of $121.67 in late January 2026 before pulling back to the current range.

What this means for sellers: If you've been holding silver for years, right now is historically one of the strongest windows to evaluate what you have. Even at $79/oz — well off the January peak — silver is more than double what it was a year ago. A pound of pre-1965 dimes that seemed like a modest inheritance could represent meaningful cash value today.

Why Silver Prices Are This High Right Now

Without giving investment advice, it helps to understand what's driving prices so you can make an informed decision about whether to sell, hold, or buy.

Supply
Structural supply deficit for multiple years running Global silver mine production has held relatively flat while demand has consistently exceeded supply. That deficit has been filled by drawing down existing stockpiles — a pattern that supports long-term price pressure.
Industry
Industrial demand growing faster than production Silver is a critical component in solar panels, electronics, electric vehicles, and medical devices. Unlike gold, which is mostly held as investment, roughly half of all silver demand is industrial — and that demand has been climbing steadily.
Invest.
Safe-haven and inflation-hedge buying Geopolitical tensions and inflation concerns have driven investors toward precious metals. Silver benefits alongside gold when investors seek assets outside the traditional financial system.
Today
Still historically elevated, well above long-term averages Even after pulling back from the January all-time high, silver remains at levels most analysts would have considered extraordinary just two years ago. Whether it stays here, climbs, or corrects further is genuinely uncertain — nobody knows.

What Silver Items We Buy in Mobridge

You don't need pristine collector coins to have valuable silver. Here's what we commonly evaluate at Larsen's — and how each type is priced.

Bullion Rounds & Bars
.999 fine silver. Priced straightforwardly at spot based on stamped weight and purity.
Coins & Junk Silver
Pre-1965 US coins (90% silver), American Eagles, Maple Leafs, and collectibles.
Sterling Silver (925)
Jewelry, flatware, and other pieces stamped 925 or "sterling" — 92.5% pure silver.

Silver rounds and bars

One-ounce .999 fine silver rounds — whether generic or name-brand — are the most straightforward to price. They're already stamped with weight and purity, so the math is simple: current spot price applied to confirmed weight. The same applies to 10 oz bars, kilo bars, and other stamped bullion. We weigh everything in front of you.

American Silver Eagles

The most widely traded silver coin in the US and the most recognized. Eagles typically carry a small premium above spot due to their government backing, liquidity, and collector demand. If you have a roll or a tube, bring them in — they're easy to evaluate.

Pre-1965 US coins ("junk silver")

Dimes, quarters, half dollars, and silver dollars minted before 1965 are 90% silver. "Junk silver" is a market term — it doesn't mean the coins are worthless. At current spot prices, a common-date Morgan dollar contains about 0.77 troy oz of silver, worth roughly $60+ at today's rates. A roll of pre-1965 Washington quarters has real metal value. Bring in whatever you have — coffee cans, jars, old mint sets — and we'll show you the math.

Sterling silver jewelry and flatware (925)

Pieces stamped 925, "sterling," or "ster" are 92.5% pure silver. Broken chains, mismatched earrings, old flatware sets, and single pieces all have melt value. At $79/oz spot, sterling pays out significantly more than it did a year ago. You don't need a full set or perfect condition — broken and incomplete pieces are welcome.

Other government-issued silver coins

Canadian Maple Leafs, Austrian Philharmonics, Mexican Libertads, and similar government-minted coins are all welcome. We evaluate both metal content and, where relevant, any collector premium above melt value.

Not sure what you have? Text 2–4 photos — including any stamps, markings, or dates visible — to (605) 850-9455 before you make the drive. Especially useful if you're coming from McLaughlin, Selby, Timber Lake, or Pollock. We'll give you a quick initial read so you know if the trip is worth it.

How Spot Price Affects Your Offer

Spot price is the global market rate for one troy ounce of pure silver, set in real time by commodity exchanges. When you bring silver to Larsen's, here's how spot price translates into your actual offer:

  • Purity first — a .999 fine silver round pays at a higher percentage of spot than a sterling piece (92.5% pure), because the silver content differs. We confirm purity through visible stamps and, when needed, testing.
  • Weight in troy ounces — silver is measured in troy ounces (31.1 grams each), not standard ounces. We weigh everything on a calibrated scale in front of you and show you the number before any offer is made.
  • Spot at time of transaction — the offer is based on the current spot price the day you come in, not a fixed price quoted in advance. Silver moves daily, sometimes significantly. For large quantities, call ahead so we can discuss timing.
  • Collector premium on some coins — certain coins have value above their silver melt — key dates, mint marks, or high-grade examples. We evaluate both dimensions and explain which applies to your specific coins.

Selling Silver at Larsen's — How It Works

We keep the process transparent and pressure-free. Here's what to expect from start to finish.

  1. Text photos first if you're driving from out of town — send clear shots of your silver including any visible stamps or markings to (605) 850-9455. We'll give you a quick initial read and tell you if it's worth the drive. Final offers are always made in-store.
  2. Bring your silver in — walk-ins welcome, no appointment needed — come in during business hours. Bring everything you have, including pieces you're unsure about. Broken and mismatched items still have melt value.
  3. We test and weigh in front of you — everything is done at the counter where you can see it. We confirm purity, weigh on a calibrated scale, pull up the current spot price, and show you the math before any offer is made.
  4. We explain the offer — we'll walk through exactly how we arrived at the number: the weight, the purity, the spot price, and what percentage of spot the offer represents. You'll understand every part of it.
  5. You decide — no pressure, no obligation — if the offer works for you, you walk out with cash the same day. If it doesn't, you take your silver home. Many customers come in just to find out what they have before deciding anything.

Buying Silver in Mobridge

We buy and sell silver based on what's currently in inventory. When we have rounds, bars, American Eagles, or pre-1965 coins available, pricing is based on current spot with a standard dealer premium — consistent with what you'd find at any reputable bullion source, with the advantage of an in-person transaction and no shipping wait.

Inventory changes frequently. If you're looking to buy a specific type — 1 oz rounds, a kilo bar, pre-'65 quarters, or something specific — call ahead to confirm availability before making the drive: (605) 845-3759.

The Only Local Silver Buyer Within 90 Miles

There is no pawn shop, coin dealer, or full-service precious metals buyer in McLaughlin, Selby, Timber Lake, Gettysburg, Herreid, or Pollock. Larsen's Jewelry & Half Interest Pawn in Mobridge is the only place in the region where you can bring silver in, have it tested and weighed in front of you, and walk out with cash the same day.

No mailing your silver somewhere and waiting. No traveling buyer who's gone next weekend. We've been on Main Street in Mobridge since 1941. If you have questions before you decide anything, come in and ask. We're happy to look at what you have and tell you what it's worth at today's prices — no obligation, no pressure.

  • Testing and weighing done in front of you — no mystery, no back-room evaluations
  • Current spot price explained clearly — you'll understand exactly how the offer is calculated
  • No obligation to sell — many customers come in just to learn what they have
  • Same-day cash when you accept an offer
  • Text photos first for out-of-town customers — especially from McLaughlin, Selby, and Timber Lake

Silver spot price referenced in this post reflects market conditions as of April 2026 and is updated periodically. For the current live price, visit Kitco.com. This post is informational only and does not constitute investment advice.

Sell Silver in Mobridge — Transparent, Same-Day Cash

Bring in rounds, bars, coins, sterling jewelry, or anything silver-related. We test and weigh in front of you, explain every number, and make an offer with no pressure. The only full-service silver buyer within 90 miles of Mobridge, SD — since 1941.

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I own Larsen's Jewelry & Half Interest Pawn in Mobridge, South Dakota — one of north-central South Dakota's longest-standing businesses, founded in 1941. With hands-on experience buying gold and silver, writing pawn loans, and working with Black Hills Gold jewelry, Braydon brings straightforward expertise to every transaction. Larsen's is the only full-service pawn shop and jewelry store within approximately 90 miles of Mobridge, serving customers from McLaughlin, Selby, Timber Lake, and across the region.

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