Precious metals
Gold Price in Australia
Live gold price per gram and per ounce, by karat, in AUD.
203.65 AUD
per ounce: 6,334.10 AUD
| Karat | Per gram | Per ounce |
|---|---|---|
| 24K | 203.65 AUD | 6,334.10 AUD |
| 22K | 186.68 AUD | 5,806.25 AUD |
| 21K | 178.19 AUD | 5,542.33 AUD |
| 18K | 152.73 AUD | 4,750.57 AUD |
Silver: 3.42 AUD / gram
Spot prices updated 2026-05-24. Informational only — jewellers add a premium and making charges over spot.
Gold price in Australia, explained
Gold trades globally in US dollars per troy ounce. To show the price in AUD, we convert at the live exchange rate and divide by 31.1035 grams, then adjust for karat purity. That is why the local price moves with both the gold market and the AUD exchange rate.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the gold price per gram in Australia today?+
This page shows the live 24K gold price per gram in AUD, along with 22K, 21K and 18K. It is the international spot price converted to AUD and divided per gram, updated hourly.
Why is the jeweller's price in Australia higher than this?+
This is the raw metal (spot) value. Shops add a premium plus making charges, and local taxes may apply, so the retail price is higher than spot.
What is the difference between 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K?+
Karat is purity out of 24. 24K is pure gold, 22K is 91.7%, 21K is 87.5%, and 18K is 75% — lower karats cost less per gram.