Gold Price in United Kingdom Today
Live GBP gold rate — updated in real-time from COMEX spot price
Gold Price by Karat in United Kingdom
Per gram in GBP — live from COMEX
| Karat | Purity | Per Gram |
|---|---|---|
| 24K(pure) | 100.0% | £0.00 |
| 22K | 91.7% | £0.00 |
| 18K | 75.0% | £0.00 |
| 14K | 58.3% | £0.00 |
| 9K | 37.5% | £0.00 |
Gold Price by Weight (24K) — GBP
| Weight | Price (GBP) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gram | £0.00 |
| 5 Grams | £0.00 |
| 50 Grams | £0.00 |
| 100 Grams | £0.00 |
| 1 Troy Ounce (31.1g) | £0.00 |
| 1 Kilogram | £0.00 |
Gold Market in United Kingdom
The UK is home to the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA), which publishes the twice-daily gold fix — the global benchmark for physical gold pricing. London is the world's largest OTC gold market. Investment gold (bullion bars and coins meeting HMRC purity standards) is VAT-exempt in the UK. Gold coins like the Sovereign and Britannia issued by the Royal Mint are also CGT-exempt for UK residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is investment gold VAT-free in the UK?↓
Yes. Investment gold bars and approved coins (≥995 fineness) are exempt from VAT under HMRC rules. Gold jewelry and non-approved coins attract 20% VAT.
What is 9K gold worth in the UK?↓
9K (375 fineness) is the legal minimum for gold jewelry in the UK and is 37.5% pure gold. Multiply the 24K per-gram price by 0.375. See the karat table above.
What is the gold price per troy ounce in GBP?↓
The GBP/troy oz price is the live COMEX USD spot price divided by the current GBP/USD exchange rate. The LBMA gold fix (published at 10:30 AM and 3 PM London time) is the official benchmark.