Gold rate today in the UK
Live 24K, 22K and 18K gold prices in GBP, refreshed every minute from the international gold price.
Live · updated 30 Oct 2026, 17:08 GMT · gold $3,892.66/oz · 1 USD = 0.7492 GBP
Gold rate today in the UK
| Purity | 1 gram | 1 ounce |
|---|---|---|
| 24K | £93.66 | £2,913.29 |
| 22K | £85.88 | £2,671.24 |
| 18K | £70.32 | £2,187.15 |
| 9K | £35.16 | £1,093.58 |
What you pay in the UK with VAT
| Purity, 1 gram | Gold value | VAT 20% | Total before making charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K jewellery | £93.66 | £18.73 | £112.40 |
| 22K jewellery | £85.88 | £17.18 | £103.06 |
| 18K jewellery | £70.32 | £14.06 | £84.38 |
| 9K jewellery | £35.16 | £7.03 | £42.19 |
| 24K bar or coin | £93.66 | none (exempt) | £93.66 |
Taxes and duties on gold in the UK
- VAT 20% on gold jewellery.
- Investment gold (bars of 99.5% purity or more and qualifying coins) is VAT-exempt.
Prices use the international (spot) gold price and today's exchange rate. Jewellers add making charges and their own premium, and local association rates can differ slightly. Tax rules checked October 2026.
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Questions about gold in the UK
What is the 22K gold rate in the UK today?
Based on the live gold price at 30 Oct 2026, 17:08 GMT, 22K gold in the UK is about £85.88 per gram, before VAT and making charges.
What is the 24K gold rate in the UK today?
24K gold is about £93.66 per gram and £93.66 per gram.
What taxes apply to gold in the UK?
VAT 20% on gold jewellery. Investment gold (bars of 99.5% purity or more and qualifying coins) is VAT-exempt.
Why is the jeweller's price different?
Jewellers add making charges for the design and work, and their own premium, and local association rates can differ a little from the international price. Use these figures to check that a quote is fair.
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