Live UK Gold Price in GBP
The live UK gold price table below shows indicative market values per gram in pounds sterling. It adjusts the gold market price for currency conversion and carat, giving you a benchmark for comparing different purities.
These figures are not a guaranteed payout for jewellery or bullion. Your final offer depends on the assessed items and the buyer’s terms. Also, check the displayed update time: the tool caches pricing data for ten minutes rather than refreshing every second.
| Carat | Purity | Price per gram |
|---|---|---|
| 9ct | 37.5% | £37.08 |
| 14ct | 58.3% | £57.67 |
| 18ct | 75.0% | £74.15 |
| 22ct | 91.7% | £90.63 |
| 24ct | 100.0% | £98.87 |
How to Read the Live UK Gold Price Table
First, choose the row that matches your gold’s carat. The table includes 9ct, 14ct, 18ct, 22ct and 24ct, with an indicative value per gram for each. Then, check the update time before comparing the figures with another source.
The prominent price above the table represents 24ct gold on this page. Therefore, do not apply that rate directly to lower-carat jewellery. Each row already includes a purity adjustment.
For an item-based estimate, use our gold price calculator. Enter the weight in grams and select the relevant carat. However, a calculator cannot establish authenticity or confirm the payable gold weight remotely.
How the Live UK Gold Price Is Calculated
The tool starts with a gold price in US dollars per troy ounce. It converts that amount into pounds sterling, then divides by approximately 31.1035 to obtain a per-gram figure. Finally, it adjusts the result for each carat.
For example, the 18ct row uses 18 divided by 24, reflecting a gold proportion of 75%. If you use that row, do not apply the same purity adjustment again. Doing so would understate the estimate.
The figures provide a market reference rather than a physical assessment of your items. Also, different services may use different pricing feeds, update times or rounding. Check these details before assuming that two displayed rates are directly comparable.
Compare Gold Prices by Carat
Gold purity affects how much gold an alloy contains. Consequently, equal weights of different carats have different underlying metal values. Use the relevant guide to understand a particular purity in more detail.
- 9ct gold price guidance
- 14ct gold price guidance
- 18ct gold price guidance
- 22ct gold price guidance
- 24ct gold price guidance
When checking the live UK gold price, avoid guessing purity from colour. Yellow, white and rose gold can each contain different proportions of gold. If a mark is unclear, request professional assessment before relying on a carat selection.
Why the Live UK Gold Price Can Change
The pound value reflects both the underlying gold price and the exchange rate used for conversion. Therefore, a change in sterling can affect the UK figure even when the dollar gold price remains unchanged.
For instance, holding the dollar gold price constant, a lower dollar-to-pound conversion value produces a lower sterling result. If the conversion value rises instead, the sterling result increases. In practice, both inputs can change.
However, a recent rise or fall does not establish what happens next. Treat the displayed price as information for comparing estimates, rather than a forecast. Your selling decision should also reflect the confirmed offer and your own circumstances.
Market Value and the Amount a Buyer Pays
The live UK gold price is a useful benchmark, but it does not guarantee a buyer’s offer. A valuation uses the actual gold content and the buying terms that apply to your items. Therefore, ask what each quoted figure represents.
For example, a retail purchase price may include design, workmanship and other costs. A metal-based offer serves a different purpose. Similarly, a buyer’s quoted rate may differ from a market benchmark.
Before accepting, request the assessed weight, purity, rate and any deductions. Then, compare the final payment with your estimate. A clear breakdown helps you understand how the buyer reached the offer.
Check Weight Before Using the Live UK Gold Price
The full weight of a piece may include stones, non-gold fittings or other materials. These components should not automatically receive the same per-gram valuation as gold. Ask which weight the buyer includes in the calculation.
Also, distinguish fine-gold content from total alloy weight when valuing coins. Some coins contain a stated quantity of fine gold within a heavier alloy. Using the wrong weight and rate together can distort an estimate.
Our coin selling information explains relevant considerations. For jewellery, avoid removing stones or dismantling pieces merely to obtain a home measurement. Let the assessor explain the payable weight.
Understanding Updates and Price Differences
The live UK gold price tool caches its pricing data for ten minutes. It can therefore reuse a recent result rather than request new data on every page view. The displayed timestamp helps you identify the update used.
This is not a continuously streaming price. Also, page caching and the availability of the underlying feeds can affect what you see. If you compare sources, check their timestamps, units and currency before drawing conclusions.
For independent context, the LBMA Gold Price information explains its benchmark. Our table is a separate calculation, so it should not be treated as an official LBMA quote.
From the Live UK Gold Price to an Assessment
Use the table to prepare questions, then request an item-specific valuation when you are ready. Our gold testing information describes assessment methods. The appropriate checks depend on the item and its construction.
If you suspect antique, designer or collector value, consider a specialist valuation before accepting a metal-based offer. The table does not assess those features or the value of gemstones. Keep original packaging and certificates where available.
Our practical gold selling guide explains how to compare buyers and review offers. Also, contact us before sending a valuable collection if you need help checking delivery cover.
Immediate Payment After Accepting an Offer
Moonstone Gold assesses your items before confirming a valuation. Once you accept our offer, we make an immediate bank transfer. First, confirm the bank details needed to send the money to the correct account.
Alternatively, if you decline, we return your gold free of charge through our insured delivery service. Requesting a pack does not oblige you to sell. You can ask any questions about the assessment before making your decision.
Illustration only: the artwork’s 30-second update wording does not describe this tool. The table uses a ten-minute data cache; check its displayed update time.
Request Your Free Gold Selling Pack
Ready to move beyond the live UK gold price benchmark? Complete the form below to request your free insured pack. List higher-value items and check the confirmed cover before posting. If you need help, contact our team first.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. It is an indicative market value. A confirmed offer depends on the actual gold content and the buyer’s terms, so ask for a valuation breakdown before accepting.
The tool caches pricing data for ten minutes. Therefore, it may reuse a recent result rather than request new prices on every page view. Check the displayed update time.
Each carat represents a different proportion of gold. Consequently, the table adjusts its per-gram market reference for each purity, rather than valuing all alloys at the 24ct rate.
No. The 18ct row already accounts for that purity. Therefore, applying another 75% adjustment would reduce the estimate twice for the same factor.
No. A current or recent price does not establish future movements. Instead, compare confirmed offers and consider your own reasons for selling before deciding.
We make an immediate bank transfer after you accept our offer. However, your items must first arrive and undergo assessment before we can confirm that valuation.
We return your gold free of charge through our insured delivery service. Consequently, requesting a pack and receiving a valuation do not oblige you to sell.
