Get comprehensive Germanium (GER) price data using this API

Get Comprehensive Germanium (GER) Price Data Using This API

Metals-API provides developers with comprehensive Germanium (GER) price data, enabling them to build innovative applications that leverage this information. This blog post will explore the capabilities of the Metals-API, focusing on its features, endpoints, and how it can transform the way we interact with metal market data.

Metals-API Information

About Germanium (GER)

API Description

Metals-API is a powerful tool that empowers developers to build next-generation applications by providing access to real-time and historical metals data. With its innovative architecture, the API allows for seamless integration into various applications, enabling users to retrieve and analyze metal prices efficiently. The API's capabilities extend beyond mere data retrieval; it offers advanced features that facilitate comprehensive market analysis and decision-making.

Metals-API Documentation, which provides extensive guidance on how to utilize the API effectively. Additionally, the Metals-API Supported Symbols page lists all available metal symbols, including Germanium (GER), ensuring that developers can easily access the data they need.

Key Features and Endpoints

Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint provides real-time exchange rate data for metals, updated every 60 minutes, every 10 minutes, or even more frequently depending on the subscription plan. Developers can use this data to track current market conditions and make timely decisions.
Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical rates for most metals dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date to the API request, developers can retrieve past price data, allowing for in-depth market analysis and trend identification.
Bid And Ask Endpoint: This powerful feature enables users to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for metals. Understanding the bid-ask spread is crucial for traders and investors looking to optimize their trading strategies.
Convert Endpoint: The Metals-API includes a currency conversion endpoint, allowing users to convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD. This feature is particularly useful for businesses operating in multiple currencies.
Time-Series Endpoint: Query the API for daily historical rates between two dates of your choice. This endpoint is invaluable for analyzing price movements over specific periods, helping users identify patterns and make predictions.
Fluctuation Endpoint: Retrieve information about how metal prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis. This endpoint provides insights into market volatility, enabling users to adjust their strategies accordingly.
Carat Endpoint: This endpoint allows users to retrieve information about gold rates by carat. It is particularly useful for jewelers and businesses involved in the gold trade.
Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Query the API to get the lowest and highest prices for a specified date range. This information is essential for traders looking to identify optimal buying and selling points.
Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: Access open, high, low, and close prices for a specific time period. This data is crucial for technical analysis and understanding market trends.
Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008. This endpoint is particularly useful for users interested in long-term market trends.
API Key: Each user is provided with a unique API key that must be included in the API request to authenticate access. This ensures secure and controlled access to the API's features.
API Response: The Metals-API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default. All data is returned in a structured JSON format, making it easy for developers to parse and utilize the information.
Available Endpoints: The API comes with multiple endpoints, each providing different functionalities. Developers can explore these options to find the best fit for their specific use cases.
Gold Price India Endpoint: Retrieve the latest gold price in India using this dedicated endpoint. This feature is particularly useful for businesses operating in the Indian market.
News Endpoint: Stay updated with the latest news articles related to various metals. This endpoint provides valuable context and insights into market movements.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1753056071,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-21",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000482,
        "XAG": 0.03815,
        "XPT": 0.000912,
        "XPD": 0.000744,
        "XCU": 0.294118,
        "XAL": 0.434783,
        "XNI": 0.142857,
        "XZN": 0.344828
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

rates field contains the current price per troy ounce, which is essential for traders and investors.

Historical Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1752969671,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-20",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000485,
        "XAG": 0.03825,
        "XPT": 0.000915,
        "XPD": 0.000748
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

rates field provides the prices for each metal on the specified date, allowing for detailed analysis of price movements over time.

Time-Series Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-07-14",
    "end_date": "2025-07-21",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-07-14": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "2025-07-16": {
            "XAU": 0.000483,
            "XAG": 0.0382,
            "XPT": 0.000913
        },
        "2025-07-21": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815,
            "XPT": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Convert Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "XAU",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1753056071,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

result field shows the equivalent amount in troy ounces, which is crucial for traders dealing with different currencies.

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-07-14",
    "end_date": "2025-07-21",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "start_rate": 0.000485,
            "end_rate": 0.000482,
            "change": -3.0e-6,
            "change_pct": -0.62
        },
        "XAG": {
            "start_rate": 0.03825,
            "end_rate": 0.03815,
            "change": -0.0001,
            "change_pct": -0.26
        },
        "XPT": {
            "start_rate": 0.000915,
            "end_rate": 0.000912,
            "change": -3.0e-6,
            "change_pct": -0.33
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

OHLC (Open/High/Low/Close) Price Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1753056071,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-21",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "open": 0.000485,
            "high": 0.000487,
            "low": 0.000481,
            "close": 0.000482
        },
        "XAG": {
            "open": 0.03825,
            "high": 0.0383,
            "low": 0.0381,
            "close": 0.03815
        },
        "XPT": {
            "open": 0.000915,
            "high": 0.000918,
            "low": 0.00091,
            "close": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Bid/Ask Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1753056071,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-07-21",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "bid": 0.000481,
            "ask": 0.000483,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        },
        "XAG": {
            "bid": 0.0381,
            "ask": 0.0382,
            "spread": 0.0001
        },
        "XPT": {
            "bid": 0.000911,
            "ask": 0.000913,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Conclusion

Metals-API Website. To get started with implementation, refer to the Metals-API Documentation for detailed guidance and examples. Explore the Metals-API Supported Symbols page to find all available metal symbols and their specifications.

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Get comprehensive Germanium (GER) price data using this API