18K Gold Price Per Gram Today
Quick answer: The 18K gold price per gram today is $93.64, based on a 24K spot price of $3,883.45 per troy ounce. 18K is 75% pure gold, stamped 750, so each gram is worth about 28.6% more than a gram of 14K at $72.83.
18K Gold Price Today
| Unit | 18K gold price today |
|---|---|
| Per gram | $93.64 |
| Per pennyweight (dwt) | $145.63 |
| Per troy ounce | $2,912.59 |
| Per kilogram | $93,641.79 |
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18K Gold Value by Weight
Here is what common weights of 18K gold are worth today, with the range a pawn shop and a gold buyer typically pay:
| Weight | Melt value | Pawn shop (40% to 65%) | Gold buyer (70% to 85%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.5 grams | $46.82 | $18.73 to $30.43 | $32.77 to $39.80 |
| 1 gram | $93.64 | $37.46 to $60.87 | $65.55 to $79.60 |
| 2 grams | $187.28 | $74.91 to $121.73 | $131.10 to $159.19 |
| 3 grams | $280.93 | $112.37 to $182.60 | $196.65 to $238.79 |
| 5 grams | $468.21 | $187.28 to $304.34 | $327.75 to $397.98 |
| 7 grams | $655.49 | $262.20 to $426.07 | $458.84 to $557.17 |
| 10 grams | $936.42 | $374.57 to $608.67 | $655.49 to $795.96 |
| 14 grams | $1,310.99 | $524.39 to $852.14 | $917.69 to $1,114.34 |
| 20 grams | $1,872.84 | $749.13 to $1,217.34 | $1,310.99 to $1,591.91 |
| 28 grams | $2,621.97 | $1,048.79 to $1,704.28 | $1,835.38 to $2,228.67 |
| 1 troy ounce (31.1 g) | $2,912.59 | $1,165.03 to $1,893.18 | $2,038.81 to $2,475.70 |
| 50 grams | $4,682.09 | $1,872.84 to $3,043.36 | $3,277.46 to $3,979.78 |
| 100 grams | $9,364.18 | $3,745.67 to $6,086.72 | $6,554.93 to $7,959.55 |
Weigh your own piece and enter it in the gold calculator for an exact figure.
How the 18K Gold Price Is Calculated
18K gold is 75% pure gold. The price per gram is the spot price per troy ounce divided by 31.1035, multiplied by that purity:
- $3,883.45 ÷ 31.1035 = $124.86 per gram of pure gold
- $124.86 × 0.75 = $93.64 per gram of 18K
What Is 18K Gold?
18K gold is 18 parts gold and 6 parts alloy metals, stamped 18K, 18KT or 750. It has a deeper yellow color than 14K and is common in fine jewelry, European pieces and luxury watches. It is softer than 14K, so it scratches more easily.
How Much Is 18K Gold Worth?
Multiply the weight in grams by $93.64. An 18K ring of 6 grams is worth about $561.85 in melt value, and an 18K bracelet of 20 grams about $1,872.84. Branded and designer pieces can sell above melt to collectors, but gold buyers pay on gold content only.
18K White Gold and Rose Gold
White and rose 18K are still 75% gold, so they are worth the same $93.64 per gram. See our white gold price guide.
18K vs 14K Gold
| 14K | 18K | |
|---|---|---|
| Gold content | 58.33% | 75% |
| Stamp | 585 | 750 |
| Price per gram today | $72.83 | $93.64 |
| Typical use | Everyday US jewelry | Fine jewelry and watches |
For a full comparison of durability and color, read 14K vs 18K gold.
What Buyers Pay for 18K Gold
No buyer pays the full melt value. These are typical ranges per gram of 18K:
| Buyer type | Typical share of melt value | 18K per gram | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pawn shops | 40% to 65% | $37.46 to $60.87 | Fast cash, lowest payout |
| Jewelry stores buying scrap | 55% to 75% | $51.50 to $70.23 | Varies widely by store |
| Local gold buyers | 70% to 85% | $65.55 to $79.60 | Competition keeps rates higher |
| Mail-in refiners | 85% to 93% | $79.60 to $87.09 | Highest rates, 5 to 10 business days |
18K vs Other Karats
| Karat / stamp | Gold content | Per gram | Per pennyweight | Common use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10K / 417 | 41.7% | $52.02 | $80.90 | Budget and children's jewelry |
| 14K / 585 | 58.3% | $72.83 | $113.27 | Most US rings, chains, and everyday jewelry |
| 18K / 750 | 75.0% | $93.64 | $145.63 | Fine and European jewelry |
| 22K / 916 | 91.7% | $114.45 | $177.99 | South Asian jewelry, some coins |
| 24K / 999 | 99.9%+ | $124.86 | $194.17 | Bullion bars and coins |
Gold price per gram by karat: 10K gold price per gram ($52.02) · 14K gold price per gram ($72.83) · 22K gold price per gram ($114.45) · 24K gold price per gram ($124.86) · all karats
Related guides: gold calculator, 750 gold stamps, how to sell gold, gold melt value
Tips for Selling 18K Gold
- Check the price per gram on this page the same day you sell, since offers are based on the day’s spot price
- Ask every buyer for their price per gram for 18K before they weigh your gold, so you can compare offers directly
- Separate your 18K pieces from other karats; mixed lots are often paid at the lowest karat
- Watch the scale and make sure it reads in grams or pennyweight, not ounces
- Get at least two quotes; a gold buyer or refiner usually beats a pawn shop by 20 points or more
Read the full guide to selling gold.
Is 18K Gold a Good Investment?
18K jewelry holds 75% gold, so its melt value follows the gold price closely. As an investment it is less efficient than bullion, because you pay jewelry markup when you buy and receive melt value less a margin when you sell. Buy 18K for wear and quality; buy 24K bars or coins to invest.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is 18K gold worth per gram?
18K gold is worth $93.64 per gram in melt value today.
What does 750 mean on gold?
750 means 18K gold: 750 parts per thousand, or 75% pure gold.
How much is 18K gold worth per ounce?
One troy ounce of 18K gold is worth $2,912.59 today.
How much is an 18K gold ring worth?
Weigh it in grams and multiply by $93.64. A 5-gram 18K band is worth about $468.21 in melt value.
Is 18K gold worth more than 14K?
Yes. 18K holds 75% gold against 58.33% for 14K, so it is worth about 1.29 times as much per gram.
