More Idioms of Silver

Last week, we explored the meanings of three extremely popular idioms of silver. Today, we will look at some silver idioms which are not so well known. In this exercise, it's interesting to see how silver is used to accentuate a certain meaning.

There's a Swedish/German saying which goes like this: "Talk is silver, silence is gold." Despite the fact that silver is considered a precious metal, here, it's used to highlight the superior value of gold. In this context, the idiom means that speech may be precious but silence is more precious. Possibly, this idiom is created by the guy who said, "New friends are silver, old friends are gold." You may notice the similarity. Again, it's based on the inferiority of silver in comparison to gold. Yet, it's quite superficial to suggest that old friends are more valuable than new friends, isn't it? Actually, the idiom tells you to treasure your old friends more than your new friends. Combining the two idioms, this is what you must do. Talk to your new friends, silver. Be silent with your old friends, gold. It's real simple.

Have you ever been asked to "cross someone's palm with silver?" Traditionally, this idiom is used by gypsies who say, "Cross my palms with silver and I will tell you your future!" So, this idiom simply means to pay for a service. However, it can also mean to pay someone to do something faster. For instance, you are waiting to be served in a super busy restaurant. The waiters and waitresses are running about in a frenzy serving everybody else promptly, except you. To gain their attention, you may have to cross their palms with a little silver.

Perhaps, they may even serve your dinner "on a silver platter!" In the olden days, only the rich and powerful could dine on silver platters. It refers to being served in an extremely formal situation. On the other hand, it can also mean getting something without work or effort. In this sense, to be "served on a silver platter" is rather the same as 'being born with a silver spoon in the mouth." Don't you think?

Well, you can get your palms crossed with silver today. Sell silver to your trusted old silver buyer. Why settle for second best when you can get the best rates for silver? Don't talk. Act now!