On average, it takes between 60 and 70 ounces of silver to equal the value of one ounce of gold. Currently, it would take 90 ounces of silver to buy one ounce of gold. On average, it takes between 60 and 70 ounces of silver to equal the value of one ounce of gold. Currently, it would take 90 ounces of silver to buy one ounce of gold. Economic Times