What Was the Gold Price on May 2026 30?

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Gold Price — May 30 2026

Spot price (24K close)
$4,539.76 per troy ounce
Per gram
$146.0/g (24K) · $109.5/g (18K) · $85.1/g (14K) · $60.8/g (10K)
Daily range (24K)
$4,539.76$4,539.76
Change
+$25.76 (+0.57%) vs previous close

Gold Price by Karat — May 30 2026

USD gold prices on May 2026 30 by karat
GoldPer troy oz (USD)Per gram (USD)
24K$4,540/oz$146.0/g
18K$3,405/oz$109.5/g
14K$2,648/oz$85.1/g
10K$1,892/oz$60.8/g

May 2026 30 vs historical prices

  • vs ~7 days ago+0.7%
  • vs ~30 days ago-0.1%
  • vs ~90 days ago-12.3%
  • vs ~1 year agon/a
  • vs archive high (January 28 2026)-18.3%

Percent changes use archived daily closes in our database (UTC calendar days).

Selling gold on May 30, 2026?

The archived close was $4,540/oz on May 30, 2026. That is -0.1% lower than the close ~30 days earlier in our database. If you are thinking about selling jewelry or scrap, compare multiple buyers — offers vary vs melt. This is general education, not a recommendation to buy or sell.

Typical melt value

  • Average women's ring (3g, 14K)$255
  • Average chain (10g, 14K)$851
  • Average bracelet (8g, 18K)$876

If you're selling (typical buyer ranges)

Not offers from MyGoldCalc — rough ranges vs melt for scrap-style selling; actual quotes vary.

Channel14K /g18K /g
Melt (100%)$85.14$109.47
Pawn / quick cash (~70–80%)$59.60–$68.11$76.63–$87.57
Online buyer (~80–92%)$68.11–$78.33$87.57–$100.71

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Close (24K, USD)

$4,539.76

Change vs previous close: +$25.76 (+0.57%)

Open

$4539.76

High

$4539.76

Low

$4539.76

Range: $4539.76 − $4539.76 = $0.00 (0.00%)

On May 2026 30, the gold price was 4,539.76 per ounce. The price of gold per gram is 145.96.

7-day close trend (24K, USD/oz)

May 30: $4,539.76/oz · this page

Nearby daily gold closes; page date: 2026-05-30May 24$4,510May 25$4,571May 26$4,512May 27$4,431May 28$4,393May 29$4,514May 30$4,540

Tap a point to highlight · Range: $4,393.00$4,571.16/oz (7 days) · Orange dot = this page

Up to 7 UTC days ending on this date (when data exists). Highlighted dot = this page.

Gold market context — May 2026 30

Daily commentary based on archived OHLC and MyGoldCalc price history. Updated May 31, 2026 (UTC).

As the trading day came to a close, the price of 24K gold settled at $4539.76 per ounce, marking a modest gain of $25.76 or 0.57% compared to the previous day's close. Throughout the day, the price of gold remained remarkably steady, trading within a narrow range of $0.00 per ounce, with the high and low prices coinciding with the opening and closing prices.

In the short term, gold's upward momentum appears to be gaining traction. Compared to the close of $4509.63 per ounce just seven calendar days ago, today's price represents a 0.67% increase. While the metal's price has retreated slightly from the $4544.78 per ounce level seen 30 days ago, the overall trend suggests a steady accumulation of gains. This subtle yet persistent upward pressure may be indicative of a growing appetite for gold among investors.

As we look ahead to the next trading session, today's high and low prices of $4539.76 per ounce will serve as key reference zones. A break above this level could potentially trigger further buying interest, while a dip below it may attract sellers. Traders and investors will be keenly watching these levels to gauge the market's sentiment and adjust their positions accordingly.

For individuals considering selling their gold jewelry or scrap, it's essential to understand the difference between melt value and pawnshop offers. The 14K melt reference at the close of $85.14 per gram and 18K at $109.47 per gram provide a benchmark for evaluating offers from potential buyers. When comparing prices from multiple buyers, it's crucial to know the melt value of your gold to avoid underselling. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be considered personalized financial advice. By being informed and doing your due diligence, you can make more informed decisions when selling your gold.

This commentary is for general education only. It is not investment, tax, or legal advice. Prices are based on MyGoldCalc's archived daily data; actual buyer offers vary.

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Gold Value Calculator

$/troy oz

Adjust this price to project a future value. 24K per troy oz.

Total gold value$851.40

Current 14K price$85.14/gram • $2648.15/oz

Formula: weight × karat multiplier × spot price. 14K = 0.585, 18K = 0.75, 10K = 0.417.

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GoldOpenHighLowClose (Price)Change
24K 1Gram$145.96$145.96$145.96$145.96+$0.83
22K 1Gram$133.79$133.79$133.79$133.79+$0.76
18K 1Gram$109.47$109.47$109.47$109.47+$0.62
14K 1Gram$85.14$85.14$85.14$85.14+$0.48
10K 1Gram$60.82$60.82$60.82$60.82+$0.35
Ounce (24K)$4539.76$4539.76$4539.76$4539.76+$25.76

Prices as of May 30, 2026, 11:59 PM • via Market data. Open/Close are the first/last snapshots recorded for the UTC day.

FAQ

What was the gold price on May 2026 30?

On May 2026 30, gold closed at $4,539.76 per troy ounce (24K), or $146.0/g/g. 14K gold was about $85.1/g/g. The day's trading range was $4,539.76–$4,539.76 per ounce (24K). Change vs the prior day's close: +$25.76 (+0.57%).

What does OHLC mean for gold prices?

OHLC stands for Open, High, Low, Close for the day. These values summarize how price moved during a single day.

Is this the exact market close?

Not necessarily. Gold trades nearly 24/5, and different data providers can define “daily close” differently (timing, timezone, conventions). Small differences are normal.

How do you convert gold price per ounce to per gram?

We use 1 troy ounce = 31.1035 grams. Per-gram prices are derived from the same snapshot and purity ratios.

Daily gold price archive (USD, UTC)

Official daily OHLC by calendar day—useful for “gold price today” and month history. Live calculator rates above may differ slightly.