Gold Karat Prices Today in United Kingdom By Karat (24, 22, 21, 18)
Gold karat prices in United Kingdom for all karats (24, 22, 21, 18) in Pound — updated every minute with interactive charts.
What is the gold price per karat today in United Kingdom?
The price of 21K gold per gram in United Kingdom today is approximately — Pound, and 24K is approximately 3,187 Pound. The full karat comparison table is shown below.
Gold prices today in United Kingdom by carat
| Carat | Price |
|---|---|
| 24 Karat Gold Price | 3,187 Pound |
| 22 Karat Gold Price | 2,922 Pound |
| 18 Karat Gold Price | 2,390 Pound |
| 9 Karat Gold Price | 1,195 Pound |
Gold prices in United Kingdom start today at 3,187.10 Pound per gram for 24 karat and step down to 1,195.16 Pound for 9 karat — a spread of 1,991.94 Pound per gram between the highest and lowest karats.
Gold prices by karat over last 30 days United Kingdom
| Date |
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Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Wednesday
17/06
|
3,265 Pound | 2,993 Pound | 2,449 Pound | 1,224 Pound |
+1.6%
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Tuesday
16/06
|
3,214 Pound | 2,946 Pound | 2,410 Pound | 1,205 Pound |
+0.3%
|
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Monday
15/06
|
3,205 Pound | 2,938 Pound | 2,404 Pound | 1,202 Pound |
+2.2%
|
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Sunday
14/06
|
3,136 Pound | 2,875 Pound | 2,352 Pound | 1,176 Pound |
-0.4%
|
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Saturday
13/06
|
3,148 Pound | 2,885 Pound | 2,361 Pound | 1,180 Pound |
+0.1%
|
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Friday
12/06
|
3,146 Pound | 2,884 Pound | 2,360 Pound | 1,180 Pound |
+4.2%
|
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Thursday
11/06
|
3,020 Pound | 2,768 Pound | 2,265 Pound | 1,132 Pound |
-4.3%
|
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Wednesday
10/06
|
3,155 Pound | 2,892 Pound | 2,366 Pound | 1,183 Pound |
-2.3%
|
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Tuesday
09/06
|
3,229 Pound | 2,960 Pound | 2,421 Pound | 1,211 Pound |
-0.9%
|
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Monday
08/06
|
3,258 Pound | 2,986 Pound | 2,443 Pound | 1,222 Pound |
+0.5%
|
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Sunday
07/06
|
3,243 Pound | 2,973 Pound | 2,432 Pound | 1,216 Pound |
-0.1%
|
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Saturday
06/06
|
3,246 Pound | 2,975 Pound | 2,434 Pound | 1,217 Pound |
-2.9%
|
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Friday
05/06
|
3,341 Pound | 3,062 Pound | 2,506 Pound | 1,253 Pound |
+0.7%
|
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Thursday
04/06
|
3,319 Pound | 3,043 Pound | 2,489 Pound | 1,245 Pound |
-0.5%
|
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Wednesday
03/06
|
3,334 Pound | 3,056 Pound | 2,501 Pound | 1,250 Pound |
+0.2%
|
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Tuesday
02/06
|
3,327 Pound | 3,050 Pound | 2,495 Pound | 1,248 Pound |
-1.4%
|
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Monday
01/06
|
3,375 Pound | 3,094 Pound | 2,531 Pound | 1,266 Pound |
+0.0%
|
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Sunday
31/05
|
3,375 Pound | 3,093 Pound | 2,531 Pound | 1,265 Pound |
+0.0%
|
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Saturday
30/05
|
3,374 Pound | 3,093 Pound | 2,530 Pound | 1,265 Pound |
+0.9%
|
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Friday
29/05
|
3,343 Pound | 3,064 Pound | 2,507 Pound | 1,254 Pound |
+1.0%
|
|
Thursday
28/05
|
3,309 Pound | 3,033 Pound | 2,482 Pound | 1,241 Pound |
-1.8%
|
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Wednesday
27/05
|
3,371 Pound | 3,090 Pound | 2,528 Pound | 1,264 Pound |
-0.3%
|
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Tuesday
26/05
|
3,383 Pound | 3,101 Pound | 2,537 Pound | 1,269 Pound |
-0.2%
|
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Monday
25/05
|
3,388 Pound | 3,106 Pound | 2,541 Pound | 1,271 Pound |
+1.3%
|
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Sunday
24/05
|
3,346 Pound | 3,067 Pound | 2,510 Pound | 1,255 Pound |
-0.3%
|
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Saturday
23/05
|
3,356 Pound | 3,077 Pound | 2,517 Pound | 1,259 Pound |
-0.5%
|
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Friday
22/05
|
3,374 Pound | 3,093 Pound | 2,531 Pound | 1,265 Pound |
-0.3%
|
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Thursday
21/05
|
3,385 Pound | 3,102 Pound | 2,538 Pound | 1,269 Pound |
+1.3%
|
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Wednesday
20/05
|
3,340 Pound | 3,062 Pound | 2,505 Pound | 1,253 Pound |
-2.4%
|
Gold carat explanation:
- 24 Karat — Purest gold : 99.9% purity — for investment and bullion
- 22 Karat — For luxury jewelry : 91.6% purity
- 18 Karat — For daily use : 75% purity and modern designs
- 9 Karat (375) — Entry-level gold : 37.5% purity — used in affordable jewelry
Tip: The higher the carat, the higher the price and purity
Data order: Prices ordered from newest (yesterday) to oldest
What Is the Difference Between Gold Karats?
Gold purity is measured using the "karat" system, which defines the proportion of pure gold in the alloy or piece. The higher the karat, the purer the gold. 24 karat has the highest purity at 99.9% and is typically used for making gold bullion.
While 21 karat and 18 karat are the most common in the jewelry market. 21K contains 87.5% gold and is preferred for traditional jewelry, while 18K at 75% is used for modern jewelry due to its durability and color variety.
The price of each karat differs based on its gold content, manufacturing cost, and local and global market demand. Understanding the differences between karats before purchasing is important.
How to Choose the Right Gold Karat?
Choosing the right karat depends on your purpose. 24 karat is the purest and is used for gold bullion.
If you're looking for durable jewelry suitable for daily use, 21 karat is the best choice. While 18 karat is ideal for modern jewelry known for its design and durability.
For budget-friendly or temporary use, you can consider karats like 14 karat or even 12 karat, noting they have lower resale value.
Tips Before Buying Gold by Karat
- Define your goal: The right karat varies by purpose: bullion (24K), daily jewelry (21K or 18K).
- Verify the karat: Check the karat stamp on the piece and deal with reputable shops.
- Watch for making charges: The gram price may have "making charges" added, especially for 21K and 18K jewelry.
- Track prices daily: Use trusted sites like ZahabPrice for real-time prices.
- Keep the receipt: It shows weight, karat, and price — making resale or appraisal easier later.
Karat Comparison
| Karat | Gold Content | Common Uses |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Karat | 99.9% | Used for making gold bullion |
| 22 Karat | 91.6% | Suitable for high-quality luxury jewelry |
| 21 Karat | 87.5% | Very popular for traditional jewelry and Egyptian gold |
| 20K | 83.3% | Used in some jewelry types in European countries |
| 18 Karat | 75% | Popular for modern jewelry due to hardness and color variety |
| 14K | 58.5% | Used in budget and mid-range jewelry |
| 12K | 50% | Rarely used, made into simple jewelry |
| 10K | 41.7% | Common in America and western countries for durability and low cost |
| 9K | 37.5% | Common in Britain and Australia as a low-cost option |
| 8K | 33.3% | Occasionally used in some East Asian countries for simple accessories |