Gold Rate in United Kingdom Today
Live gold price in United Kingdom in GBP — 24K, 22K, 18K, 9K, per gram, tola & ounce, with today's change. Wednesday, 12 August 2026.
Gold Rate Today in United Kingdom (GBP)
| Purity | 1 gram | 10 gram | 1 tola (11.66g) | 1 ounce (31.1g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | £112 | £1,122 | £1,309 | £3,491 |
| 22K | £103 | £1,029 | £1,200 | £3,200 |
| 18K | £84 | £842 | £982 | £2,618 |
| 9K | £NaN | £NaN | £NaN | £NaN |
Silver today: £2 per gram · £52 per ounce.
How Is the Gold Rate in United Kingdom Decided?
The gold rate in United Kingdom is anchored to the international spot price of gold, quoted in US dollars per troy ounce on global markets and traded around the clock. To get the local price, that dollar figure is converted into GBP using the live exchange rate, then divided down to a per-gram value and adjusted for local taxes, import costs and the retailer's margin. Because both the dollar gold price and the GBP exchange rate move continuously, the United Kingdom gold rate changes throughout the day rather than staying fixed.
UK gold is priced per gram and per troy ounce. Hallmarking by an Assay Office is legally required, marking fineness as 375 (9K), 750 (18K), 916 (22K) or 999 (24K). 9K and 18K are the most common UK jewellery standards; 22K and 24K are used for wedding bands, coins and bullion. The figures on this page are refreshed automatically every day from live bullion and currency data, giving British buyers a reliable benchmark to compare against a jeweller's board rate before purchasing.
Tax, Purity & Buying Tips in United Kingdom
Tax: Investment gold (bars and coins of defined purity) is VAT-exempt in the UK, but gold jewellery carries 20% VAT. Always ask whether the quoted price already includes tax and the making or workmanship charge, because those extras — not the metal itself — are usually where the biggest differences between sellers appear.
Purity: Match the karat to your purpose. Choose 24K bars and coins for investment, and lower karats such as 22K, 21K or 18K for jewellery that must withstand daily wear. Look for a recognised assay or hallmark stamp so you receive the purity you pay for. Compare the day's rate: the price a United Kingdom shop quotes should sit close to today's benchmark above; a large gap is worth questioning. Use the calculator below to separate the pure metal cost from making charges and tax so you can negotiate with confidence.
United Kingdom Gold Value Calculator
Enter weight, purity and making charges to estimate the price in GBP (including local tax).
Gold Rate in United Kingdom — FAQ
What is the gold rate today in United Kingdom?
Today (Wednesday, 12 August 2026) 24K gold in United Kingdom is about £112 per gram and 22K about £103 per gram, in GBP. That is roughly £3,491 per ounce for 24K.
What is the price of 1 tola of gold in United Kingdom?
1 tola equals 11.66 grams. In United Kingdom today, 1 tola of 24K gold is about £1,309 and 22K about £1,200.
Is gold cheaper in United Kingdom?
Gold everywhere tracks the same international spot price; local differences come from currency, taxes and margins. Investment gold (bars and coins of defined purity) is VAT-exempt in the UK, but gold jewellery carries 20% VAT.
Which gold purity is best to buy in United Kingdom?
9K and 18K are the most common UK jewellery standards; 22K and 24K are used for wedding bands, coins and bullion. Choose 24K for investment and lower karats for durable jewellery.
How often is this United Kingdom rate updated?
Automatically every day, from live international spot and GBP exchange rates.