Gold price per ounce UK today
The live market price of one troy ounce of gold in pounds.
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£2,923.37 per troy ounce
Market price, updated 12 November 2026 at 20:30 UK time. This is the value of the metal, not an offer.
Gold price by ounce
| Weight | Fine gold value |
|---|---|
| 1/10 oz | £292.34 |
| 1/4 oz | £730.84 |
| 1/2 oz | £1,461.69 |
| 1 oz | £2,923.37 |
| 5 oz | £14,617 |
| 10 oz | £29,234 |
One ounce of gold by carat
| Carat | Hallmark | Per troy ounce |
|---|---|---|
| 24 carat | 999.9 | £2,923.37 |
| 22 carat | 916 | £2,679.76 |
| 18 carat | 750 | £2,192.53 |
| 14 carat | 585 | £1,710.17 |
| 9 carat | 375 | £1,096.26 |
Which ounce?
Gold is always priced by the troy ounce of 31.1035 grams, about 10% heavier than the ordinary ounce of 28.35 grams. A one ounce gold coin or bar contains one troy ounce of fine gold.
Market price and what a buyer pays
The figures on this page are the market value of the metal. A buyer pays less than that, and how much less depends on the buyer. Antique, signed and stone-set pieces can be worth more than their metal, which is why we look at each piece before making an offer.
For the chart and today's movement, see the live gold price.
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Gold price per ounce: questions
How much is an ounce of gold worth today?
At the last update one troy ounce of gold had a market price of £2,923.37.
What is the 1 oz gold price in the UK?
The live market price of 1 oz of fine gold was £2,923.37 at the last update. A quarter ounce was £730.84 and a tenth of an ounce £292.34.
How many grams are in an ounce of gold?
A troy ounce of gold is 31.1035 grams.
Is this what I would be paid for my gold?
No. These figures are the market value of the metal itself, known as the spot price. A buyer pays less than spot, because of refining, testing and their margin. For a figure for your own gold, use our instant offer or send photographs for a free valuation.
How often does the gold price change?
The gold price moves throughout the trading day. The figures on this page are worked out from the live price per troy ounce in pounds and refresh about once a minute.
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