Precious Metals Scrap Prices in Louisiana
National average for every precious metals grade we track, updated Nov 10, 2026. Yard quotes in Louisiana vary with volume and prep — use these as your baseline and call ahead.
Precious Metals Grades — Louisiana
| Grade | US Avg | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Silver (.999) | $53.07 | /oz |
| Gold (.999) | $4116.74 | /oz |
Precious Metals scrap in Louisiana
The Louisiana market for precious metals scrap follows the state's mix of petrochemicals, oil and gas, ports and shipping, and seafood. For Silver (.999) and Gold (.999), yards and refiners in Louisiana test purity first and pay a percentage of spot, so hallmarks, karat stamps, and clean separation outweigh volume. Dozens of yards in Louisiana list precious metals among what they buy, with the widest choice around Abbeville, New Orleans, and Shreveport. Regional demand from mills and refiners across the Southeast, plus nearby port access, supports steady precious metals buying in Louisiana. Treat the figures on this page as a daily national baseline; a Louisiana yard will quote around them once it knows your grade, weight, and how well the load is sorted.
Scrap Yards Buying Precious Metals in Louisiana
- 360 Trucking LLC— Violet
- 5 Star Rubbish Removal— Abbeville
- 590 Towing & Recovery— Abbeville
- 611 Metals Recycling— Abbeville
- A & R Towing & Recovery Inc— Abbeville
- A Aaah One Call— Abbeville
- A to Z Auto Dismantling & Sales— Abbeville
- A+ Metals & Recycling— Abbeville
- A-1 Auto Removal— Abbeville
- A1 Salvage and Demolition Inc.— Abbeville
- AAA AUTO RECYCLING & REMOVAL— Abbeville
- AAA Recycling & Core Supply— Abbeville
- ALL CAR TOWING AND RECOVERY— Abbeville
- ALPHA INDUSTRIAL SERVICES— Abbeville
- AT's Car & Truck Removal— Abbeville
- AXA Auto Salvage— Abbeville
- Aarons Towing— Abbeville
- Abel's Moving Services/ Mudanzas— Abbeville
- Able Alloy— Abbeville
- Absolute Auto Truck Salvage Co Inc— Abbeville
- Accurate Automobile Salvage— Abbeville
- Ace Towing & Scrap— Abbeville
- Action Metal Recycling— Abbeville
- Advanced Metals— Abbeville
- Alco Iron & Metal Co— Abbeville
Frequently asked about precious metals in Louisiana
What is the precious metals scrap price in Louisiana today?
This page lists the current US national average for every precious metals grade, updated daily from commodity markets. Louisiana yards set their own rates around that figure based on volume, prep, and local freight, so use it as a baseline and confirm by phone.
Which scrap yards in Louisiana buy precious metals?
The yards listed on this page accept precious metals. In Louisiana the largest number of buyers to compare are around Abbeville, New Orleans, and Shreveport. Call ahead to confirm which grades a yard takes and whether it is open for public drop-off.
How do I get the highest precious metals price in Louisiana?
Separate items by purity, keep any hallmarks or karat stamps visible, and ask what percentage of spot the buyer pays after testing. Comparing a refiner and a yard in Louisiana on the same day shows the real spread.
How should I prepare precious metals before selling it in Louisiana?
Separate grades, remove attached steel, plastic, and dirt, and keep loads dry. Yards pay for the grade they can see, so mixed or dirty material is priced at the lowest grade in the pile.
Do I need ID to sell precious metals scrap in Louisiana?
Expect to show a photo ID and have the transaction logged; scrap metal purchase records are standard practice and required by law in much of the country. Some Louisiana yards also photograph the material and pay by check for larger amounts.