Live UK gold price
Gold Price UK Today
A clear, independent reference for today's UK gold price by carat and weight unit. Use this page as a starting point before estimating the value of your own gold.
If the live price fails to load, refresh the page or use 24ct gold at the current spot rate (approximately £60–£90 per gram depending on the market) as a manual reference.
Quick calculator
Enter weight and carat to estimate the metal value.
UK gold value calculator
Enter a weight to see your estimated gold value.
This estimate is for guidance only and is not a guaranteed buy price. Final offers depend on testing, purity, item weight, condition, stones, non-gold parts, buyer margin and market movement.
UK gold price FAQs
Where does the UK gold price come from?+
Gold trades 24 hours a day on global markets, priced in US dollars per troy ounce, then converted to GBP at the live exchange rate.
How often does the gold price change?+
The spot price moves continuously during market hours. Gold Pricer refreshes its reference price approximately every 5 minutes.
Is the gold price the same as a buyer's offer?+
No. Buyers offer a percentage of the live metal value to cover testing, refining, business costs and margin.
Where to sell after checking the price
HighStreetGold
Best for: Postal gold packs
Request a postal gold pack and send your items to HighStreetGold headquarters for a clear valuation before deciding whether to sell.
Sell Gold by PostSt Helens Gold
Best for: Face-to-face gold valuations in St Helens
Visit St Helens Gold inside Cash Generator St Helens for a local in-person gold valuation.
Sell Gold in St HelensBirkenhead Gold
Best for: Upcoming Wirral and Birkenhead gold-buying location
Birkenhead Gold is an upcoming local gold-buying location for Birkenhead, Wirral and surrounding areas.
Visit Birkenhead GoldGold Pricer may link to selected gold-buying services connected to our wider network. Always check the buyer’s terms, valuation process and offer before selling.