Live 18K gold price per gram in USD and EUR. Includes a weight-to-value calculator, price table across units, and 18K-specific buying guidance. Updated daily.
- 18K gold = 75.0% pure gold (hallmark: 750)
- Price per gram: $106.31 / €92.49
- Price per troy ounce: $3,306.65
- Free weight-to-value calculator included
- Updated daily from commodity exchange data
18K Gold Price Per Gram Today
18K gold (750) contains 75.0% pure gold. Current price per gram based on today's spot market.
18K Gold Per Gram
$106.31
€92.49
| Unit | USD | EUR |
|---|---|---|
| Per gram | $106.31 | €92.49 |
| Per troy ounce | $3,306.65 | €2,876.79 |
| Per pennyweight (dwt) | $165.33 | €143.84 |
Based on gold spot $4,408.87/oz · Aug 12, 2026
18K gold value calculator
Enter the weight of your 18K gold piece to see its current metal value in USD and EUR.
18K Gold Value Calculator
USD
$106.31
EUR
€92.49
Gold content value at today's spot price. Not a dealer buy quote.
What is 18K gold?
18K gold contains 75% pure gold and 25% alloy metals. It is the dominant standard for fine jewelry in Europe, the UK, and much of the Middle East. The "750" hallmark indicates this 75% gold content. Most luxury jewelry brands worldwide work primarily in 18K.
18K is preferred by fine jewelers for its richer, warmer color and prestige. In Belgium, France, Italy, and the UK, 18K is the default for engagement rings and high-end pieces. Brands like Cartier, Tiffany (for most of their collection), and Bvlgari work primarily in 18K. It is also the standard in Japan, Australia, and most of the Middle East.
Durability and daily wear
18K gold is softer than 14K due to its higher pure gold content. It scratches more easily and is less suitable for pieces that take heavy daily abuse. However, the difference is modest for normal wear. Many European jewelers argue that 18K holds up well for engagement rings and that its superior color justifies the slightly lower hardness.
Alloy composition
The 25% alloy in 18K gold is typically copper, silver, and either palladium or nickel for white gold. 18K yellow gold has a distinctly warmer, richer tone than 14K yellow gold. 18K rose gold has a softer, more elegant pink hue compared to the stronger copper tone of 14K rose. 18K white gold uses less rhodium plating because the base color is already lighter.
Worked example: a 10-gram 18K gold bracelet
Here's how to calculate the gold content value of a 10-gram 18K gold bracelet at today's spot price.
- Weight: 10 grams
- Purity: 18K = 75.0% pure gold
- Spot price per gram: $141.75 (24K)
- 18K price per gram: $141.75 × 0.75 = $106.31
- Gold content value: 10g × $106.31/g = $1,063.11
This is the melt value only. A scrap gold dealer would typically pay 70-85% of this amount ($744.18 to $903.65). Use our gold scrap calculator for a detailed breakdown including dealer buy estimates.
Common questions about 18K gold
18K gold is worth 75% of the pure gold spot price per gram. Use the calculator above for today's exact value in USD and EUR. The number changes daily with the gold market.
750 means the piece is 18K gold, containing 75.0% pure gold. This is the standard European hallmark for 18K. You may also see "18K", "18KT", or "18ct" depending on the country of origin.
Neither is objectively better. 18K has a richer color and higher gold content, which some prefer for prestige and appearance. 14K is harder, more affordable, and more scratch-resistant. In the US, 14K is standard. In Europe, 18K is standard. Choose based on your priority: color richness (18K) or durability and cost (14K).
Scrap gold buyers typically pay 70-85% of the melt value for 18K gold. Online refiners may pay 85-95%. Because 18K contains more gold per gram than 14K, the absolute payout per gram is higher. Use our gold scrap calculator for exact numbers based on today's spot price.
Yes. 18K gold is durable enough for daily wear in most jewelry types. Rings may develop a gentle patina of fine scratches over years, which many people appreciate as character. For extremely active lifestyles or manual labor, 14K may be a more practical choice.