Gold Value Calculator
Updated on 22 Oct 2026 · Checked by Aotob
20 g of 18k gold is worth about $1,929 at today’s price.
It contains 15 g of pure gold. Expect offers around $1,447.
Melt value
$1,929
Buyers pay less than melt value to cover refining and profit: 70% to 85% from dealers, often less from pawn shops and mail-in services. Get two or three quotes.
Show the working
20 g × 75% = 15 g ÷ 31.1035 × 4,000 = 1,929
Value by purity
| Karat | Pure gold | Melt value |
|---|---|---|
| 24k | 19.98 g | 2,569 |
| 22k | 18.32 g | 2,356 |
| 18k | 15 g | 1,929 |
| 14k | 11.7 g | 1,505 |
| 10k | 8.34 g | 1,073 |
| 9k | 7.5 g | 965 |
Questions people ask
How is gold value worked out?
Weight × purity gives the pure gold; ÷ 31.1035 turns grams into troy ounces; × the price per troy ounce.
What do karats mean?
Parts of gold in 24: 24k is pure, 18k is 75%, 14k is 58.5%, 9k is 37.5%. The stamp is usually inside rings and on clasps.
How much will a buyer pay?
Less than melt value: 70% to 85% from good dealers, sometimes much less from pawn shops or mail-in services. Get several quotes.
Updated 22 Oct 2026Source: Standard maths; typical prices are averages, checked October 2026Checked by AotobEnter today’s gold price; it changes every minute.Report an issue