Dispel Silence
(Abjuration)

Range:  10 yards per level
Components:  S, M
Duration:  1 round per level
Casting Time:  2
Area of Effect:  15-foot radius sphere
Saving Throw:  None

When cast, this spell automatically dispels any magical silence within its area of effect. Furthermore, no silence spell will have effect within the area of effect for the duration of the spell.
The casting of this spell requires a small silver bell, chime, or gong, which must be struck twice, at the end of the casting. The device must be worth at least 50 gp, and is consumed in the casting.

