Gold rate in the UK today: £96.08 per gram (24K)
24K gold is £96.08 per gram at the international price in GBP. The same gold costs $179.81 per gram in Canada.
Gold price in GBP, by karat.
The international gold price converted to the local currency. This is not the rate local jewellers quote.
| Purity | Per gram | Per troy ounce (31.1 g) |
|---|---|---|
| 24K (999) | £96.08 | £2,988 |
| 22K (916) | £88.01 | £2,737 |
| 18K (750) | £72.06 | £2,241 |
The same gold in Canadian dollars
| Purity | Per gram | Per troy ounce (31.1 g) |
|---|---|---|
| 24K (999) | $179.81 | $5,593 |
| 22K (916) | $164.71 | $5,123 |
| 18K (750) | $134.86 | $4,195 |
International gold price from gold-api.com, converted at the Bank of Canada daily rate (2026-10-23). Exchange rates: Rates By Exchange Rate API. Updated October 23, 2026, 11:50 pm ET. Prices on this page update live while it’s open.
Spot price vs what you pay.
Spot price in GBP
The international price of gold for immediate delivery. It’s the same gold price Canada uses, in a different currency.
What dealers charge
UK dealers add a premium on bars and coins; investment gold is exempt from VAT in the UK.
24K gold, CAD per gram: last 12 months (monthly average)
| Month | 24K gold, CAD per gram |
|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | $183 |
| Nov 2025 | $185 |
| Dec 2025 | $191 |
| Jan 2026 | $210 |
| Feb 2026 | $220 |
| Mar 2026 | $214 |
| Apr 2026 | $209 |
| May 2026 | $202 |
| Jun 2026 | $191 |
| Jul 2026 | $185 |
| Aug 2026 | $197 |
| Sep 2026 | $194 |
Source: World Bank Commodity Price Data (Pink Sheet), monthly averages, CC BY 4.0; Federal Reserve H.10 via FRED (EXCAUS). Monthly averages, so they differ from the price on any one day.
Common questions.
What is the gold rate in the UK today?
At the international price, 24K gold is £96.08 per gram and 22K is £88.01 (October 23, 2026, 11:50 pm ET). Dealers add a premium on top of this price.
Is gold cheaper in the UK than in Canada?
Converted at today’s exchange rate, the international price is the same: $179.81 per gram of 24K in Canada. The difference comes from local duty, tax and dealer or making charges. See Is gold cheaper in Dubai, India or Canada?
Why do dealers in the UK charge more than this price?
UK dealers add a premium on bars and coins; investment gold is exempt from VAT in the UK. Coins and small bars carry the biggest premium per gram.
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