Gold Price Per Gram Today — All Karats Live Calculator
Current gold price per gram for every karat, updated daily. Live 10K, 14K, 18K, 22K, 24K. Enter your weight and purity below for an instant value.
| Purity | Per Gram | Per Ounce | Per Pound |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | $142.30 | $4,426 | $64,545 |
| 23K | $136.37 | $4,242 | $61,856 |
| 22K | $130.44 | $4,057 | $59,166 |
| 21.6K | $128.07 | $3,983 | $58,091 |
| 21K | $124.51 | $3,873 | $56,477 |
| 20K | $118.58 | $3,688 | $53,788 |
| 19K | $112.65 | $3,504 | $51,098 |
| 18K | $106.72 | $3,319 | $48,409 |
| 16K | $94.87 | $2,951 | $43,030 |
| 15K | $88.94 | $2,766 | $40,341 |
| 14K | $83.01 | $2,582 | $37,651 |
| 12K | $71.15 | $2,213 | $32,273 |
| 10K | $59.29 | $1,844 | $26,894 |
| 9K | $53.36 | $1,660 | $24,204 |
| 8K | $47.43 | $1,475 | $21,515 |
Prices as of Mar 30, 2026, 11:59 PM • via MetalpriceAPI
Gold Value Calculator
Adjust this price to project a future value. 24K per troy oz.
Market Snapshot — March 2026
Current 24K gold: $142.30/gram ($4426/oz). Pure gold is the benchmark; 10K–22K scale by purity. Year-to-date: gold has fallen 14.7% in 2026. Prices update daily from live market data.
Should You Sell Today?
Whether it's a good time to sell depends on your need and the offers you get. Know your melt value first (use the calculator above), then get multiple quotes. Pawn shops typically pay 50–70% of melt; online refiners often pay 80–92%. Selling when gold has dipped can mean lower offers—but if you need cash, comparing buyers still beats accepting the first bid.
24K Monthly Price History — 2026
Monthly high, low, and end-of-month 24K price per gram. Other karats (10K, 14K, 18K, 22K) move in line with 24K. Data from daily snapshots.
| Month | 24K High/g | 24K Low/g | 24K End/g |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 2026 (live) | $167.09 | $140.23 | $142.30 |
Live Breakdown
Today, pure 24K gold is trading at $4426 per troy ounce ($142.30/gram). The value you receive depends on your gold's karat — which tells you how much of the metal is actually gold. 14K (the most common in the US) is $83.01/gram today. Use the table above to find your karat or enter your weight in the calculator.
What Affects Gold Prices?
Gold prices change throughout the day, driven by global markets. The price per gram above is based on the live spot price from COMEX, converted from troy ounces and adjusted for each karat's purity.
- Spot price: Every $100/oz change in spot ≈ $3.22/gram change in 24K
- Karat multiplier: 14K gram price = 24K gram price × 0.585
- Exchange rates: Gold is priced in USD; a stronger dollar typically means lower gold prices
Per Gram vs Per Ounce — Which to Use?
Most people weigh jewelry in grams using a kitchen or jeweler's scale, so the price per gram is the most practical unit. The troy ounce (31.1 grams) is the standard trading unit. To convert: divide the troy ounce price by 31.1035 to get the price per gram.
Example: $4426/oz ÷ 31.1 ≈ $142.30/gram (24K). Prices on this page update daily from GoldAPI.io.
Is the Spot Price the Same Nationwide?
The gold spot price is the same across the US—there is no "New York price" vs "Los Angeles price" for the underlying metal. What varies by location is the offer you receive when selling. Local gold buyers, pawn shops, and online refiners each have different margins. Use our Scrap Gold Calculator to estimate what buyers in your area might pay based on melt value.
Why Karat Changes Price per Gram
Karat indicates purity: 24K is 100% gold, 14K is 58.5%, 10K is 41.7%. The price per gram scales with purity. A 10-gram 14K chain has less gold than a 10-gram 24K chain, so its melt value is lower. The calculator and table above apply the correct karat multiplier so you get an accurate gold value per gram for your specific piece.
When to Check Prices
Knowing the current gold price per gram helps in several situations: selling jewelry or scrap—compare offers against melt value; buying secondhand—ensure you're not overpaying; insurance—value items for coverage; estate planning—estimate inherited gold. The price per gram is the same nationwide; only buyer payouts vary. Check before you sell or buy.
Typical Gold Weights for Jewelry
A men's wedding band is often 5–8 grams; a women's ring 3–5 grams. Chains range from 3–5g (delicate) to 15–25g (chunky). Bracelets: 10–30g. Use these ranges to ballpark your piece before weighing. A 10-gram 14K chain at today's price is worth about $830 in melt value—use the calculator above for your exact weight and karat.
Gold Hallmarks: 585, 750, 417
European stamps use fineness (parts per 1000): 585 = 14K (58.5% gold), 750 = 18K (75%), 417 = 10K (41.7%). US stamps usually show karat (10K, 14K, 18K). Both mean the same thing—multiply the 24K price per gram by the purity fraction to get your karat's price. See our Gold Karat Guide for a full list.
Pennyweight (dwt) and Other Units
Jewelers sometimes use pennyweight (dwt)—1 dwt = 1.555 grams. One troy ounce = 20 dwt = 31.1 grams. To convert dwt to grams: multiply by 1.555. Our calculator accepts grams, ounces, and troy ounces; enter your weight in any unit and get the gold value per gram equivalent. The price per gram is the base—all other units derive from it.
Melt Value vs What Buyers Pay
The prices on this page show melt value—the raw metal worth before any buyer discount. When selling, you typically receive 70–95% of melt value depending on the buyer. Pawn shops often pay 40–60%; online refiners may pay 85–95%. Know your melt value first, then compare offers.
What Moves Precious Metal Prices?
Precious metals trade globally; rates shift with inflation, interest rates, and the dollar. A stronger dollar usually pressures metal prices; economic uncertainty often lifts them. COMEX and LBMA set the benchmark. Our data refreshes daily—no need to check every hour unless you're selling that day.
How Refiners Value Your Piece
Buyers weigh the metal, verify purity (acid test, XRF, or hallmark), and apply a buy rate (70–92% of spot). Refining loss—a small deduction for alloy removal—is built into their offer. Higher karat means less refining and often a better rate. Know your melt value first so you can tell if a quote is fair.
Common Mistakes When Selling
Selling without knowing melt value, accepting the first offer, or skipping multiple quotes. Always weigh in grams, verify purity from stamps or testing, and compare at least three buyers. Pawn shops pay least; online refiners often pay most. Use our Scrap Gold Calculator to estimate payouts before you sell.
How Much is X Grams of Gold Worth? - Gold Value by Weight
Gold value at current market rate. Use the calculator above for any weight.
← Scroll horizontally for more purities (8K–24K)
How to Calculate Gold Value (Per Gram)
The calculation of gold price is simple. Use our gold price per gram calculator above, or follow these steps:
- Weigh your gold in grams (use a digital jewelry scale—gold weight matters)
- Multiply weight by the current gold price per gram for your gold's purity (gold gram price)
- Result = gold value, or market value (before any buyer discounts). Gold worth = weight × price per gram.
Example: 10 grams of 14K at $83.01/gram = $830.10 gold value. Weight × price per gram = total value.
FAQ
What is the current gold price per gram?
Price depends on purity—24K commands the highest rate. Today: 24K about $142.30/g, 14K about $83.01/g, 10K about $59.29/g. Our table updates daily from live market data. Use the calculator above for any weight.
How much is 1 gram of gold worth?
One gram’s value varies by karat. Pure metal (24K) ≈ $142.30; 14K (58.5% pure) ≈ $83.01. The spot price drives all karat rates. Enter your weight and purity in the calculator for an instant total.
What is the price of gold per gram today?
Today’s rates by karat: 24K $142.30, 18K $106.72, 14K $83.01, 10K $59.29. Rates follow the global spot market. See the table above or use our calculator for your exact piece.
How much does gold cost per gram?
Cost scales with purity: 24K ~$142.30/g, 18K ~$106.72/g, 14K ~$83.01/g, 10K ~$59.29/g. Higher karat = more pure metal per gram. Our calculator applies the correct multiplier for your karat.
How to convert ounces to grams for gold?
One troy ounce = 31.1035 grams—the standard for precious metals. Multiply oz by 31.1 to get grams. Our tool handles the conversion; choose grams or ounces and enter your weight.
What is the gold market price per gram?
The spot price (per troy oz) is the base; divide by 31.1 for pure metal per gram. All karats derive from that. Our table shows the current rate for 8K through 24K, updated daily from COMEX data.
⚠️ Disclaimer: Prices are estimates. Verify with dealers before selling.