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Gold Coin Prices Today

Live spot price for one troy ounce of gold, the basis for every bullion coin's value. A coin's price is its gold content times spot, plus a premium that varies by coin and market conditions.

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Data Methodology

Where does this price data come from?
Gold spot prices are aggregated from trusted market data sources tracking the primary global exchanges, with automatic fallback for redundancy. Prices are updated in real-time during market hours, ensuring you always see the latest data. All prices reflect the latest available mid-market spot rate.
How is the gold spot price determined?
The gold spot price is derived from the most actively traded futures contracts on COMEX (CME Group) and the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA). The spot price represents the current market price for immediate delivery, calculated from near-month futures contracts adjusted for carry costs. During off-hours, prices reflect OTC (over-the-counter) trading across global markets, providing continuous 24-hour price discovery.
When are precious metals markets open?
COMEX futures trade Sunday through Friday, 6:00 PM to 5:00 PM ET (23 hours per day with a 1-hour break). The London Bullion Market (LBMA) operates Monday to Friday with two daily fixings: AM fix at 10:30 AM London time and PM fix at 3:00 PM London time. Outside of formal exchange hours, precious metals continue to trade on OTC markets globally, meaning prices can move 24 hours a day, 5 days a week. Our data reflects these continuous market movements.

How Gold Coin Prices Work

A bullion gold coin's price equals its gold content multiplied by the live spot price, plus a dealer premium. For mainstream 1 oz sovereign coins that premium typically runs 3-8% over spot, widening during demand spikes and narrowing in calm markets. Fractional coins (1/2 oz, 1/4 oz, 1/10 oz) carry progressively higher percentage premiums because minting costs are spread over less metal.

The most traded coins are the American Gold Eagle (22K, 1 oz of gold in a 33.93 g coin), the Canadian Maple Leaf (.9999 fine), the South African Krugerrand (22K, the original bullion coin and often the cheapest), the British Britannia (.9999 fine, capital gains tax free for UK residents), and the American Buffalo (.9999 fine). All contain exactly the stated weight of pure gold regardless of karat; alloyed coins simply weigh more in total.

Older sovereign coins trade on their gold content too. A British Sovereign holds 0.2354 oz, a French 20 Franc 0.1867 oz, and a Swiss 20 Franc 0.1867 oz. Common dates trade near melt value; rare dates and high grades command numismatic premiums far above melt, which is a separate market requiring specialist knowledge.

Selling mainstream bullion coins is straightforward: recognized coins sell back at roughly spot to 2% below, and the Eagle and Maple Leaf often command the strongest buyback prices in North America. Always compare the full round trip (buy premium plus sell spread) when choosing between coins.

American Gold Eagle: 1 oz of gold, 22K alloy; the most liquid coin in the US, usually the highest premium
Canadian Maple Leaf: .9999 fine; slightly cheaper than the Eagle with global recognition
Krugerrand: 22K; the original 1 oz bullion coin and frequently the lowest-premium sovereign option
Britannia: .9999 fine; CGT-free for UK residents, strong premium value in Europe
Fractional coins: 1/10 oz coins can carry 10-15% premiums; better flexibility, worse value per ounce
Numismatic coins: rare dates and graded coins trade far above melt; a different market from bullion

Data provided by MetalCharts, a free precious metals tracking platform offering real-time prices, interactive charts, historical data, and portfolio tools for gold, silver, platinum, palladium, and copper. Prices sourced from major global exchanges including COMEX, LBMA, and LME, updated continuously during market hours.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a gold coin worth today?
Multiply the coin's gold content by the live spot price above, then add the typical premium. A 1 oz coin is worth one full spot price; a British Sovereign (0.2354 oz) is worth about 23.5% of spot; a 1/10 oz Eagle about 10% of spot. Dealers buy mainstream coins at roughly spot and sell them 3-8% above.
Which gold coin has the lowest premium?
Among 1 oz sovereign coins, the Krugerrand is usually the cheapest, followed by the Maple Leaf and Britannia, with the American Gold Eagle typically the most expensive. Generic gold rounds and bars undercut all sovereign coins but resell slightly less easily.
Are 22K gold coins worth less than 24K coins?
No. A 22K coin like the Eagle or Krugerrand contains exactly one troy ounce of pure gold; the copper and silver alloy is added on top, making the coin heavier and more scratch-resistant. Its melt value is identical to a .9999 fine coin of the same gold content.
Do old gold coins sell for more than their gold value?
Sometimes. Common-date Sovereigns, 20 Francs, and pre-1933 US gold in average condition trade near melt value. Rare dates, low mintages, and coins graded by PCGS or NGC can sell for multiples of melt. If you suspect numismatic value, get the coin appraised before selling it for melt.
Are golden dollar coins (Sacagawea and Presidential) real gold?
No. The gold-colored dollar coins from your change, including Sacagawea, Presidential, and Native American dollars, contain no gold at all: they are manganese-brass over a copper core, and they are worth exactly one dollar. The only US gold dollar coins with real gold are the historical Gold Dollars minted from 1849 to 1889, which are 90% gold and trade on their gold content plus significant collector premiums. If a modern golden dollar is offered as a gold investment, walk away.
Gold coins or gold bars: which should I buy?
Bars give you more gold per dollar (lower premiums), while sovereign coins are more liquid in small quantities, instantly recognizable, and sometimes carry tax advantages (like CGT-free Britannias for UK residents). Many investors hold bars for the bulk of their position and coins for flexibility.