How to Get Real-Time Visakhapatnam Gold 24k (VISA-24k) Prices with Metals-API

Metals-API offers a robust solution. This API provides comprehensive access to precious metals pricing, including Gold, Silver, Platinum, and Palladium, enabling developers to create innovative applications that leverage real-time data. In this blog post, we will explore how to access real-time Gold prices using the Metals-API, including detailed instructions, example API calls, and insights into the transformative potential of this technology.

Understanding Gold (XAU)

Getting Started with Metals-API

Key Features of Metals-API

Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint returns real-time exchange rate data for various metals, updated based on your subscription plan. You can retrieve the latest Gold prices in USD or other currencies.
Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical exchange rates dating back to 2019. This feature allows you to analyze price trends over time, which is crucial for making informed trading decisions.
Bid and Ask Endpoint: Retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for Gold and other metals. This information is vital for traders looking to execute buy or sell orders at optimal prices.
Convert Endpoint: Easily convert amounts between different metals or to/from USD. This feature is particularly useful for traders dealing in multiple currencies.
Time-Series Endpoint: Query the API for daily historical rates between two dates of your choice, enabling you to analyze price movements over specific periods.
Fluctuation Endpoint: Track how Gold prices fluctuate between two dates, providing insights into market volatility.
Carat Endpoint: Retrieve Gold rates based on carat, allowing for precise calculations in jewelry and other applications.
Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Get the lowest and highest prices for Gold over a specified date range, which can help identify market trends.
Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: Access detailed OHLC data for Gold, providing a comprehensive view of price movements within a specific timeframe.
Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008, useful for in-depth market analysis.
News Endpoint: Retrieve the latest news articles related to precious metals, keeping you informed about market developments.

Example API Calls

Latest Rates Endpoint

GET https://metals-api.com/api/latest?access_key=YOUR_API_KEY&base=USD&symbols=XAU

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754874104,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-11",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000482
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Historical Rates Endpoint

GET https://metals-api.com/api/historical?access_key=YOUR_API_KEY&date=2025-08-10&symbols=XAU

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754787704,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-10",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000485
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Time-Series Endpoint

GET https://metals-api.com/api/timeseries?access_key=YOUR_API_KEY&start_date=2025-08-04&end_date=2025-08-11&base=USD&symbols=XAU

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-08-04",
    "end_date": "2025-08-11",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-08-04": {
            "XAU": 0.000485
        },
        "2025-08-11": {
            "XAU": 0.000482
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Convert Endpoint

GET https://metals-api.com/api/convert?access_key=YOUR_API_KEY&from=USD&to=XAU&amount=1000

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "XAU",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1754874104,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

GET https://metals-api.com/api/fluctuation?access_key=YOUR_API_KEY&start_date=2025-08-04&end_date=2025-08-11&base=USD&symbols=XAU

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-08-04",
    "end_date": "2025-08-11",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "start_rate": 0.000485,
            "end_rate": 0.000482,
            "change": -3.0e-6,
            "change_pct": -0.62
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

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

GET https://metals-api.com/api/open-high-low-close?access_key=YOUR_API_KEY&date=2025-08-11&base=USD&symbols=XAU

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754874104,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-11",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "open": 0.000485,
            "high": 0.000487,
            "low": 0.000481,
            "close": 0.000482
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Bid/Ask Endpoint

GET https://metals-api.com/api/bid-ask?access_key=YOUR_API_KEY&base=USD&symbols=XAU

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754874104,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-11",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "bid": 0.000481,
            "ask": 0.000483,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Common Developer Questions

How do I authenticate my API requests?

What are the rate limits for API requests?

Metals-API Documentation for specific details regarding your plan's limits.

How can I handle errors in API responses?

Performance Optimization and Best Practices

Cache Responses: Implement caching mechanisms to store frequently accessed data, reducing the number of API calls and improving response times.
Batch Requests: If your application requires multiple data points, consider batching requests to minimize the number of API calls.
Monitor API Usage: Regularly monitor your API usage to ensure you stay within your plan's limits and avoid unexpected charges.
Optimize Data Handling: Process and store only the data you need to reduce memory usage and improve application performance.

Security Considerations

Secure Your API Key: Never expose your API key in client-side code or public repositories. Use server-side code to handle API requests securely.
Implement Rate Limiting: Protect your application from abuse by implementing rate limiting on your API requests.
Validate Input Data: Always validate and sanitize input data to prevent injection attacks and ensure data integrity.

Conclusion

Metals-API Documentation to explore the full range of features and capabilities. Additionally, you can refer to the Metals-API Supported Symbols page for a comprehensive list of available metal symbols. Start building your application today and take advantage of the transformative potential of real-time metals data!

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How to Get Real-Time Visakhapatnam Gold 24k (VISA-24k) Prices with Metals-API