A 50 oz silver bar holds fifty troy ounces (1,555.17 g) of .999 fine silver. It is one of the larger bar sizes that private buyers in the US stock, between the 20 oz bar and the 100 oz bar. On this page you can compare what US dealers charge for a standard 50 oz silver bar right now and see the premium over the silver price.<\/p>\n
Most 50 oz bars are poured (cast) bars with a rough, hand-made look. Some refiners also make minted 50 oz bars with a smooth face. Dealers in the US sell them in a few forms:<\/p>\n
The amount of silver is the same in every version. The brand, finish and premium are what differ.<\/p>\n
Do you want a low premium per ounce but find a 100 oz bar too big? A 50 oz bar suits buyers who:<\/p>\n
For smaller units, compare the 10 oz silver bar<\/a> or the 5 oz silver bar<\/a>. For the largest standard size, see the 100 oz silver bar<\/a>. All sizes are in the silver bars<\/a> category.<\/p>\n Will you pay sales tax? That depends on the state where the bar is delivered. Many states exempt bullion, some tax it, and some only exempt purchases above a set size, so check your state’s rule.<\/p>\n The IRS treats silver bullion as a collectible, and a long-term gain on a collectible can be taxed at a higher maximum rate than a gain on stocks. Our guide to tax on gold and silver<\/a> covers the details. If you plan to buy for a retirement account, read about IRA eligible gold and silver<\/a> first.<\/p>\n Still deciding between bars and coins? Read our article on silver bars vs coins<\/a>.<\/p>\nWhat to check before you buy<\/h2>\n
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Tax on silver bars in the US<\/h2>\n
50 oz silver bar or other sizes?<\/h2>\n
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Storing a 50 oz bar<\/h2>\n