Melt value estimates
Gold Value Calculator
This gold value calculator estimates what your gold is worth as metal — also called gold melt value. It doubles as a gold melt calculator and gold melt value calculator for jewelry, coins, and scrap.
Enter weight and karat to see melt value instantly, plus typical buyer ranges so you understand gold melt value versus real-world offers.
Also explore the main gold calculator for the full toolkit.
Instant melt estimate
Gold value & melt calculator
Calculate gold melt value and total gold value from live spot, weight, and purity.
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Enter a weight to begin
Tip: kitchen scales work in grams; jewelry buyers often quote in DWT or troy ounces.
Gold melt value explained
Gold melt value is the market value of the pure gold content inside an item. A gold melt calculator multiplies fine gold grams by the pure price per gram from live spot.
Coins and bars near 24k track melt closely. Fashion jewelry at 10k or 14k has less fine gold per gram, so melt value is lower even at the same gross weight.
FAQ
Is melt value the same as resale value?+
Not always. Melt value is the metal ceiling. Resale depends on buyer type, condition, and whether the piece has design premium.
What does a gold melt value calculator need?+
Accurate weight, correct karat, and a current gold spot price. This tool supplies live spot and does the math for you.