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Silver Quotes

Not gold, but shining in its own right.

These silver quotes touch on self-worth built without privilege, economic silver linings, and the achievement behind a medal won against real odds. Related themes continue in our Value quotes.

'Hard Times' does not romanticize the Depression, but at least a few of Mr. Terkel's subjects managed to find silver linings.

Quotes by Adam Cohen

I wasn't born with a silver spoon in Beverly Hills, but I was born with a great deal of self-worth.

Quotes by Yolanda Hadid

There are several silver linings on the horizon. The current account deficits in Spain and Portugal are declining because they have become more competitive and they're exporting more.

Quotes by Wolfgang Schauble

Quicksilver is used for many purposes; without it, neither silver nor brass can be properly gilt.

Quotes by Vitruvius

Elegance Quotes

While paralyzed, I won a gold and three silver medals as a competitive swimmer.

Quotes by Victoria Arlen

I'm extremely content with my silver and bronze medals. But once I won the gold, I fell in love.

Quotes by Tori Bowie

I never felt so close to a guitar as that silver one with mirrors that I used on stage all the time.

Quotes by Syd Barrett

What is important to me is the mileage a particular role I depict gets on the silver screen.

Quotes by Shweta Menon

In Leh, the bazaar is famous for its silver jewellery and leather bags, both of which I bought in plenty.

Quotes by Shraddha Srinath

Emotion Quotes

At Oracle, silver medal is first loser.

Quotes by Safra A. Catz

I shared guitars before I actually got one of my own and played a guy's Silver tone and played another guys Danelectro 12 string and it was at about age 17 that I actually started playing.

Quotes by Ronnie Montrose

'Silver Spoons' was great memories - absolutely the best.

Quotes by Ricky Schroder

The aristocracy of Western Europe has absolutely tabooed silver in those countries and driven it away from there. Here it finds its only resting place.

Quotes by Richard Parks Bland

It means that the silver coins of the United States at whatever ratio is fixed, and I want the present ratio that we have now, 16 to 1, maintained precisely as it is.

Quotes by Richard Parks Bland

Simplicity Quotes

We invite, then, the world to come with its silver and make the exchange.

Quotes by Richard Parks Bland

The 'crownd' is still the unit, the favourite coin of the labourers, especially the elder folk. They use the word something in the same sense as the dollar, and look with regret upon the gradual disappearance of the broad silver...

Quotes by Richard Jefferies

Gold and silver from the dead turn often into lead.

Quotes by R. Buckminster Fuller

The conquistadors and their followers were very rough people, and they were fixated on gold and silver. They were oblivious to the astonishing achievements of the Inca civilisation.

Quotes by Peter Shaffer

The horns came riding in like the rainbow masts of silver ships.

Quotes by Peter S. Beagle

Value Quotes

I have this beautiful antique silver wine decanter that I bought at an auction. I always pour wine from that.

Quotes by Paul Lynde

Frequently Asked Questions

What does "silver" represent across these quotes?
It ranges from a literal precious metal to a metaphor for modest beginnings, hopeful outlooks, and hard-won achievement.
Is there a quote about growing up without wealth?
Yes, one line contrasts a modest upbringing without inherited wealth against having a strong sense of self-worth instead. For more on this theme, see our Value quotes.
Does the collection mention silver linings in tough times?
Yes, one quote points to improving economic indicators as silver linings even during a difficult financial period.
Is there a quote about silver medals in sport?
Yes, one line reflects on earning several second-place finishes in swimming competitions despite facing paralysis.
Does silver appear in a practical, non-symbolic sense too?
Yes, one quote explains quicksilver's practical role in properly gilding other metals like brass. Continue with our Elegance quotes for more refined themes.

One line even nods to quicksilver's role in finishing other precious metals, a small reminder of silver's practical side. Browse more with our Elegance and Simplicity quotes.