24K gold price per gram today
24K is pure gold, usually stamped 999 or 9999. It is soft, so it is used mostly for bullion bars and coins and for some Asian jewelry.
24K gold value by weight
| Weight | Spot value | Scrap value (70%) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | — | — |
| 2 grams | — | — |
| 5 grams | — | — |
| 10 grams | — | — |
| 20 grams | — | — |
| 50 grams | — | — |
| 100 grams | — | — |
| 1 pennyweight (dwt) | — | — |
| 10 pennyweight | — | — |
| 1 troy ounce | — | — |
Common questions
How is the 24K gold price per gram worked out?
Take the gold spot price per troy ounce, divide by 31.1035 to get the price per gram of pure gold, then multiply by 100.0%, the share of pure gold in 24K gold.
Why will a buyer pay less than this for my 24K?
This is the melt value at spot. Buyers pay a percentage of it to cover testing, refining and their costs. Use the calculator to set the percentage a buyer offers and see what you would get.
How can I tell if my item is 24K gold?
Look for a 999 stamp or "24K" on the clasp, inside a ring band, or on an earring post. If there's no stamp, a buyer can test it. See the stamp decoder for other marks.
How often does this price update?
The spot price is checked about every 60 seconds, and the page refreshes it every 5 minutes or when you tap Refresh.