Silver rounds are about the same size as a silver dollar; however they have no monetary value like a coin does. The value in silver rounds is based on their precious metal content. Most of the silver rounds are 1 ounce. The silver round is a type of bullion. Silver bullion can also be in the form of a bar.
The silver bullion price has gone up in value lately. When selling your silver you should know that silver coins often sell for more than the bullion because you get the monetary value on top of the silver price. The silver bullion price is important when you are buying as an investment. When buying silver bars you always want to be sure the bar is stamped with the name of the mint as well as the finess of the silver.