Jeweler gold price, live

Where a jeweler's price comes from

A jeweler starts from the same international gold spot price (XAU) shown at the top of this page, converted into euros and US dollars per gram. From there, it applies your piece's purity — 18K is 75% of the 24K rate — and keeps a margin to cover refining and handling.

European hallmarks make this transparent: look for 999, 916, 750, 585 or 375 stamped on the piece, and use the matching multiplier before you walk in.

What jewelers really pay per gram

A jeweler typically pays 60-85% of the theoretical value of the gold content, while a specialist gold buyer moves in the 70-90% range and a bullion refiner can reach 85-95%, usually for larger quantities. Always ask for the percentage applied to the pure gold value, not just a lump-sum total.

The price a jeweler quotes will be lower than the official spot rate because a piece of jewelry has to be melted and refined, and the shop needs to cover that cost plus its own margin — a normal but negotiable gap.

Frequently asked questions

What is the jeweler gold price today?

A jeweler starts from the same international spot gold price shown at the top of this page, converted to euros and dollars per gram, then applies your item's purity (18K equals 75% of the 24K rate) and a margin for refining.

How much per gram does a jeweler pay for used gold?

Typically between 60% and 85% of the theoretical value of the gold it contains, compared with 70-90% at a specialist gold buyer. Always ask for the percentage applied on the pure gold value, not only the total offered.

Why does a jeweler offer less than the official gold price?

The official quote reflects pure gold in bullion form. A piece of jewelry needs to be melted and refined, and the shop must cover that cost plus its margin — the gap versus spot price is normal, but shouldn't be excessive.

Is a jeweler or a specialist gold buyer better for selling?

A gold buyer pays for metal value and often pays more for scrap gold. A jeweler can be worthwhile when the piece carries brand, design or watchmaking value, since the price then isn't based on weight alone.

How should I prepare before visiting a jeweler?

Weigh your jewelry on a digital scale, read the hallmark (750, 585, 375, 999), calculate the theoretical value per gram here, and bring that figure with you so you can compare it against today's live price.