Actually, you're both incorrect. It's "plata o plomo". "Plata" can mean "silver" or "money". In this context they are referring to "money". "Plato" is litera

Actually, you're both incorrect. It's "plata o plomo". "Plata" can mean "silver" or "money". In this context they are referring to "money". "Plato" is literally "plate" as in where you put your food on.