Gold Price Per Gram Today
Gold prices move with market conditions. This page shows the current gold price per gram for quick reference and estimation.
Gold price per gram
$156.22 per gram
Last updated: March 19, 2026 at 2:36 AM
Current Gold Price Per Gram
The gold price per gram is the spot price expressed in grams instead of ounces. It gives a quick baseline for estimating the value of small items, jewelry, and scrap.
How Gold Price Per Gram is Calculated
Gold is traded in troy ounces. To get the per‑gram price, divide the ounce price by 31.1035 grams. This conversion keeps the gram price aligned with the live spot market.
Gold Price Per Gram by Purity
The spot price per gram is for 24k gold. For 18k and 14k items, apply purity factors of 75% and 58.5% to estimate their gold value per gram. Lower karat gold contains less pure gold and is worth less per gram.
How to Calculate Gold Value Using Price Per Gram
Multiply your weight in grams by the price per gram, then adjust for purity if needed. For a full calculator, Use our Gold Calculator. For scrap estimates, Calculate scrap gold value. For spot price context, Check live gold price.
FAQ
What is the gold price per gram today?
The gold price per gram today is the live spot price converted into grams, shown above with the latest update time.
How is gold price per gram calculated?
Divide the spot price per troy ounce by 31.1035 grams to get the per‑gram price.
Does gold purity affect price per gram?
Yes. The spot price is for pure gold. Lower purity items are valued by applying their karat percentage to the spot price per gram.
How do I calculate gold value from price per gram?
Multiply grams by the price per gram and then adjust for purity if your gold is not 24k.
Related gold value guides
Looking for specific karat estimates? Explore 14K gold value and 18K gold value for quick references.