Access Surinamese Dollar (SRD) Historical Prices using this API
Access Surinamese Dollar (SRD) Historical Prices using this API
The Surinamese Dollar (SRD) is the official currency of Suriname, a small country located on the northeastern coast of South America. As a developer or financial analyst, accessing historical prices of the SRD can be crucial for various applications, including market analysis, financial forecasting, and economic research. One of the most effective ways to obtain this data is through the Metals-API, a powerful tool that provides real-time and historical data on metals and currencies, including the Surinamese Dollar.
About Surinamese Dollar (SRD)
The Surinamese Dollar has undergone significant changes since its introduction, reflecting the economic transformations in Suriname. As the world moves towards digital transformation, the metal markets are also evolving, driven by technological innovation and advancements in data analytics. The integration of smart technologies into financial systems is paving the way for future trends that promise to enhance the accuracy and accessibility of financial data.
With the rise of data analytics, developers can leverage the Metals-API to gain insights into the historical performance of the SRD against various metals and other currencies. This capability allows for a deeper understanding of market trends and the potential impact of global events on the Surinamese economy.
API Description
The Metals-API is designed to empower developers by providing access to real-time metals data and historical exchange rates. This API is particularly beneficial for those looking to build next-generation applications that require accurate and timely financial information. By utilizing the Metals-API, developers can create applications that analyze market trends, perform currency conversions, and track historical price movements.
For more information on how to use the API, refer to the Metals-API Documentation, which provides comprehensive guidance on the various endpoints and their functionalities.
Key Features and Endpoints
The Metals-API offers a variety of endpoints that cater to different needs. Here are some of the key features:
- Latest Rates Endpoint: This endpoint provides real-time exchange rate data for the SRD and other currencies. Depending on your subscription plan, the API updates this information every 60 minutes or every 10 minutes, ensuring that you have access to the most current rates.
- Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical exchange rates for the SRD dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date to your query, you can retrieve past rates and analyze trends over time.
- Bid And Ask Endpoint: This feature allows you to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for the SRD, providing insights into market liquidity and pricing dynamics.
- Convert Endpoint: The Metals-API includes a currency conversion endpoint, enabling you to convert amounts from the SRD to other currencies or metals seamlessly.
- Time-Series Endpoint: This endpoint allows you to query daily historical rates between two dates of your choice, facilitating in-depth analysis of price movements over time.
- Fluctuation Endpoint: Track how the SRD fluctuates on a day-to-day basis, providing valuable insights into market volatility.
- Carat Endpoint: Retrieve information about gold rates by carat, which can be particularly useful for jewelers and investors in precious metals.
- Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Query the API to get the lowest and highest prices for the SRD over a specified period, aiding in market analysis.
- Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: This endpoint provides open, high, low, and close prices for the SRD, essential for technical analysis.
- Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008, useful for those interested in the London Metal Exchange.
- API Key: Your unique API key is required to access the API, ensuring secure and authorized usage.
- API Response: The API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default, with all data returned in a structured JSON format.
- Available Endpoints: The Metals-API comprises 14 different endpoints, each providing unique functionalities tailored to various user needs.
- Supported Symbols Endpoint: This endpoint returns all available currencies and metals, allowing you to explore the full range of options.
List of Symbols
The Metals-API provides access to a comprehensive range of metal symbols. For a complete list of all supported symbols and their specifications, refer to the Metals-API Supported Symbols page.
API Endpoint Examples and Responses
Latest Rates Endpoint
Get real-time exchange rates for all available metals, including the SRD:
{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1780964195,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-06-09",
"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"
}
Historical Rates Endpoint
Access historical exchange rates for any date since 1999:
{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1780877795,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-06-08",
"rates": {
"XAU": 0.000485,
"XAG": 0.03825,
"XPT": 0.000915,
"XPD": 0.000748
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}
Time-series Endpoint
Get exchange rates for a specific time period:
{
"success": true,
"timeseries": true,
"start_date": "2026-06-02",
"end_date": "2026-06-09",
"base": "USD",
"rates": {
"2026-06-02": {
"XAU": 0.000485,
"XAG": 0.03825,
"XPT": 0.000915
},
"2026-06-04": {
"XAU": 0.000483,
"XAG": 0.0382,
"XPT": 0.000913
},
"2026-06-09": {
"XAU": 0.000482,
"XAG": 0.03815,
"XPT": 0.000912
}
},
"unit": "per troy ounce"
}
Convert Endpoint
Convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD:
{
"success": true,
"query": {
"from": "USD",
"to": "XAU",
"amount": 1000
},
"info": {
"timestamp": 1780964195,
"rate": 0.000482
},
"result": 0.482,
"unit": "troy ounces"
}
Fluctuation Endpoint
Track rate fluctuations between two dates:
{
"success": true,
"fluctuation": true,
"start_date": "2026-06-02",
"end_date": "2026-06-09",
"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) Endpoint
Get OHLC data for a specific time period:
{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1780964195,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-06-09",
"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
Get current bid and ask prices for metals:
{
"success": true,
"timestamp": 1780964195,
"base": "USD",
"date": "2026-06-09",
"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
Accessing historical prices of the Surinamese Dollar (SRD) is essential for developers and analysts looking to understand market dynamics and make informed decisions. The Metals-API provides a robust solution for obtaining real-time and historical data, empowering users to build innovative applications that leverage this information. By utilizing the various endpoints offered by the Metals-API, developers can perform detailed analyses, track fluctuations, and gain insights into the performance of the SRD against other currencies and metals.
For further exploration, consider diving into the Metals-API Documentation to understand the full capabilities of the API and how it can be integrated into your projects. Additionally, the Metals-API Supported Symbols page will provide you with a comprehensive list of available currencies and metals, enhancing your ability to analyze financial data effectively.
In a rapidly evolving financial landscape, leveraging APIs like Metals-API can significantly enhance your analytical capabilities, allowing you to stay ahead of market trends and make data-driven decisions.