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    Calculate precious metal values with live prices

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    1 g Gold (Fine (99.9%)) Price:

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    Gold Price by Karat (USD per Gram)

    24 Karat

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    22 Karat

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    21 Karat

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    18 Karat

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    14 Karat

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    10 Karat

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    9 Karat

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    How to Use the Precious Metal Price Calculator

    1. 1.Enter the quantity of gold you want to value (grams, ounces, or any other unit shown).
    2. 2.Select the weight unit matching your scale — gram, troy ounce, kilogram, pennyweight, tola, or tael.
    3. 3.Choose the karat (purity). Stamped marks like "750" = 18K, "585" = 14K, "999" = 24K fine gold.
    4. 4.Pick your currency — the result updates instantly across 30+ currencies.
    5. 5.Read the melt value — the live raw gold value at today's spot price.

    Understanding Gold Karats and Purity

    Karat (K) measures how much pure gold is in an alloy out of 24 parts. The higher the karat, the more pure gold — and the higher the melt value.

    KaratPurityStampTypical Use
    24K99.9%999Bullion bars, investment coins
    22K91.67%916Asian/Middle Eastern jewelry
    18K75%750Fine jewelry, watches
    14K58.33%585Common US jewelry
    10K41.67%417Budget jewelry (US minimum)
    9K37.5%375UK/European jewelry

    Melt Value vs. What a Dealer Pays

    The calculator gives you the melt value — the pure gold content valued at today's live spot price. This is your negotiation baseline, not the final offer.

    Pawn shops

    40–60% of melt

    Local jewelers

    60–80% of melt

    Refiners (bulk)

    85–95% of melt

    Always get at least 2–3 quotes. Refiners pay the most but typically require larger quantities (often 1+ oz of pure gold).

    Tips Before Selling Precious Metals

    • •Weigh accurately — use a calibrated jewelry scale (0.01g precision).
    • •Sort by purity — separate 10K, 14K, 18K and 22K items before quoting. Mixed lots get lower offers.
    • •Remove non-gold parts — gemstones, clasps, springs reduce the weight that counts.
    • •Check spot price first — bring this calculator's number with you to the dealer.
    • •Avoid mail-in services with vague pricing — local in-person quotes are typically more transparent.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the difference between 14K, 18K, 22K and 24K gold?

    Karat measures gold purity out of 24 parts. 24K = 99.9% pure gold (soft, used for bullion). 22K = 91.67% gold (traditional jewelry in Asia/Middle East). 18K = 75% gold (durable fine jewelry). 14K = 58.33% gold (common in US jewelry). 10K = 41.67% gold (minimum legal "gold" in the US). Lower karat = more durable but lower melt value.

    How is the gold price calculator value computed?

    The calculator multiplies your input weight by the live gold spot price (per troy ounce), converted to your selected currency and weight unit. For karat gold, the result is then multiplied by the purity factor (e.g. 18K = 75% pure gold). All prices are based on the international London Bullion Market spot price, refreshed every few minutes.

    What is a troy ounce vs a regular ounce?

    A troy ounce (oz t) equals 31.1035 grams and is the global standard for trading precious metals. A regular avoirdupois ounce equals 28.35 grams. Using the wrong unit gives a ~10% error — our calculator always converts using troy ounces internally.

    Is the calculated value what a dealer will pay me?

    No. The calculator shows the melt value — the raw metal value at the live spot price. Dealers buy below spot (typically 70–90% of melt value for scrap, depending on quantity and refining costs) and sell above spot. Use the melt value as a baseline when negotiating.

    Does the calculator work for jewelry, coins, and bars?

    Yes. For jewelry, select the correct karat (10K, 14K, 18K, 22K, 24K). For coins and bars, use "Fine (99.9%)" or "24 Karat" — most modern bullion is .999 or .9999 fine. Numismatic coins may carry a premium far above melt value due to rarity.

    How often are prices updated in this calculator?

    Live gold spot prices and currency exchange rates are refreshed every 5 minutes from international market data. The "LIVE" badge confirms the displayed price is current.