Silver broke $90 today (Wednesday, January 14, 2026), with spot price setting a record high by closing at $93.10 per ounce, according to Kitco. Over in China, the precious metal closed at the equivalent of more than $100, which some say shows the U.S. market still has legs.
The $6.29 increase was impressive, but less than the $7.43 it jumped three weeks ago on Friday, December 26. Silver closed that week out at $79.39, meaning the metal is up $14 in the past three weeks. Gold is also at record levels, closing at $4,626.20 an ounce.
When silver jumps $14 in three weeks, the window for “cheap” financial insurance is closing. For those who haven’t secured their junk silver (pre-1965 dimes, quarters and half dollars) for small-scale bartering post-SHTF, the cost of entry is now significantly higher, potentially pricing out many late-coming preppers. A roll of silver quarters is now selling for $650 or more. That’s a pretty big jump for something that cost $10 sixty-two years ago.
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Disclaimer: I am a prepper, not a financial advisor or precious metal specialist. The information on this site is for educational and preparedness purposes only. Precious metals markets are volatile; always do your own research and consult with a professional before making significant financial decisions.
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