SILVER (Ag)

Silver is an important metal that has been known to humans since prehistoric times. The first evidence of silver mining dates back to 3000 BC, after gold and copper. Ancient Egyptians, Persians, Chinese and Romans processed and used silver. Silver is usually obtained alongside gold, copper, zinc and lead.

Areas of Use

Today, silver is widely used in various industries, most notably photography and electronics, as well as coin production, jewelry and medicine. As a result, silver remains as valuable and in-demand as ever.