Zakat on Silver Calculator

Calculate your zakat obligation on silver holdings. Enter the weight and purity of your silver, along with current market prices, to determine if you meet nisab and how much zakat is due.

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Zakat on Silver Calculation: 1. Pure Silver Weight = Total Weight * (Purity % / 100) Example: 700g of Sterling (.925) = 700 * 0.925 = 647.5g pure silver 2. Total Value = Pure Silver Weight * Price per Gram Example: 647.5g * $0.80/g = $518.00 3. Nisab Check: Pure Silver = 612.36 grams If yes, proceed to step 4; if no, no zakat is due 4. Zakat Due = Total Value * 2.5% Example: $518.00 * 0.025 = $12.95 Alternative: Zakat in Silver = Pure Silver Weight * 2.5% Example: 647.5g * 0.025 = 16.19g of silver Note: Silver nisab (612.36g) is lower than gold nisab in monetary terms, so many scholars recommend using it for general wealth calculations.
Example 1: Above Nisab (Sterling Silver) - Silver: 700 grams of sterling silver (.925) - Price: $0.80 per gram - Pure silver: 700 * 0.925 = 647.5g - Value: 647.5 * $0.80 = $518.00 - Above nisab (612.36g)? Yes - Zakat: $518.00 * 2.5% = $12.95 Example 2: Below Nisab - Silver: 500 grams of pure silver (.999) - Price: $0.80 per gram - Pure silver: 500g - Value: 500 * $0.80 = $400 - Above nisab (612.36g)? No - Zakat: $0 (below threshold) - Shortfall: 112.36g needed Example 3: Multiple Items - 300g .999 fine + 400g sterling (.925) - Pure: 300 + (400 * 0.925) = 670g total - Above nisab? Yes - At $0.80/g: 670g * $0.80 * 2.5% = $13.40 Example 4: Using Silver Nisab for Cash - Cash: $600 - Silver nisab value: 612.36g * $0.80 = $489.89 - Above silver nisab? Yes - Zakat: $600 * 2.5% = $15.00

What is the nisab for silver?

The nisab for silver is 612.36 grams (approximately 19.7 troy ounces or 52.5 tolas). This is derived from Islamic tradition and remains constant, though its dollar value changes with silver prices.

How is zakat on silver calculated?

If your silver holdings equal or exceed 612.36 grams and you have possessed them for one lunar year (hawl), you must pay 2.5% of the total value as zakat.

Should I use gold or silver nisab?

Most scholars recommend using the silver nisab as it is lower, meaning more people qualify to pay zakat. This benefits the poor. However, both are valid; consult your scholar.

Do silver jewelry and utensils require zakat?

Investment silver requires zakat. For silver jewelry and household items, scholars have different views. Many require zakat on all silver above nisab regardless of use.

What purity of silver is zakatable?

Pure silver (.999 fine) and sterling silver (.925) are both zakatable. Calculate based on the actual silver content. For example, sterling is 92.5% pure silver.

How often is zakat on silver due?

Zakat becomes due after owning silver above nisab for one complete lunar year (hawl). Many calculate annually on a consistent date.

Can I combine gold and silver for nisab?

Yes, some scholars allow combining gold and silver by converting both to monetary value. If the combined value exceeds either nisab threshold, zakat is due on the total.

What is the current nisab value for silver?

The nisab value fluctuates with silver prices. For example, at $0.80/gram, nisab is approximately $490. Use current spot prices for accurate calculations.

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