KUALA LUMPUR – The assayer’s office of Mr Abdul Shukor Anuar in the bustling suburb of Setapak in the Malaysian capital has never been livelier.

Once a quiet workspace for testing precious metals, it has become a frequent stop for people hoping to turn household clutter and heirlooms into a windfall.

Driven by a silver rush that began gathering steam in 2025, locals now arrive at his office hauling heavy trays and cutlery, eager to find out if their possessions are made of pure silver.