Live 22k Gold Price Per Gram

The Formula: (Live Spot Price per Gram) × ([Purity Percentage]%) = Your 22k Price per Gram

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Choose the 22k Karat, enter the weight and see the live value.


So, How Much Will a Pawn Shop Actually Pay for My 22k Gold?

This is the real question, isn’t it? You’ve used our calculator, you see the official market price, but you know the number on your screen isn’t the same as the cash you’ll be offered. Let’s break it down honestly.

Walking into a pawn shop can be intimidating if you aren’t prepared. The key is to understand their business so you can know what a fair offer looks like. A pawn shop isn’t just buying your gold; they are running a business with rent, employee salaries, insurance, and the costs of melting and refining the gold they buy. They also take on risk, as the price of gold could drop tomorrow.

Because of this, you should expect an offer that is a percentage of the full melt value shown on our calculator.

The “Fair Offer” Formula

Think of our calculator’s price as your secret weapon. It shows you the 100% full market value. A pawn shop’s offer will typically be in this range:

  • Average Offer: 60% – 75% of the full melt value.
  • A “Good” Offer: 75% – 80% of the full melt value.

Offers below 60% are low, and it might be a good idea to visit another shop to compare.

Let’s Do the Math with a Real-World Example:

Imagine you have a 22k gold ring that weighs 5 grams.

  1. Find the Full Value: You use our calculator, and it shows the live 22k gold price is $30.00 per gram.
    • 5 grams x $30.00/gram = $150.00 (This is the full melt value).
  2. Calculate a Fair Offer Range: Now, you can figure out what to expect.
    • 60% Offer: $150.00 x 0.60 = $90.00
    • 80% Offer: $150.00 x 0.80 = $120.00

Armed with this knowledge, you can walk in confidently. If the pawn shop offers you $110, you know you’re getting a very fair deal. If they offer you $70, you know there is likely room to negotiate or it might be wise to try a different buyer.

The goal isn’t to get 100% of the market value from a local buyer—that’s simply not how the business works. The goal is to walk in with knowledge, understand the numbers, and leave feeling confident that you were paid fairly for what you have.

From Data to Dollars: Understanding the Price

The price you see above is the real-time “melt value” for 22k gold on the international commodities market. It’s the price for the raw, refined metal.

If you are looking to sell scrap gold (jewelry, coins, etc.), this number is your most important benchmark. However, a buyer’s cash offer will be slightly lower (typically 70-90% of this value) to account for their refining and business costs.

Have 22k gold items to sell? Use our Scrap Gold Calculator for a precise estimate based on your item’s weight.

Your 22k Gold Questions, Answered

You’ve got 22k gold, and you want to know what it’s worth. You’re in the right place. Let’s clear up the common questions so you can understand its true value.


22K gold means the gold item contains 22 parts pure gold and 2 parts other metals, making it 91.67% pure. It’s often used for jewelry because it’s strong but still rich in color.


The formula is usually:

22K Gold Price Per Gram = (Current Spot Price of Pure Gold ÷ 24) × 22

Some buyers may also adjust for refining fees or their profit margin. You can find our free gold calculator here.


Yes. The higher the gold purity, the higher the value. Since 22K has more pure gold than 18K (75%) or 14K (58.5%), it is typically worth more per gram.

Yes, gold prices can change daily, and sometimes multiple times a day, depending on global markets, currency strength, and economic conditions.

When selling 22K gold, buyers may reduce the payout to cover:

  • Refining & melting costs
  • Business overhead
  • Purity testing and risk

This is why scrap value is often 5–20% below market value.

Common price influences include:

  • Global gold spot price
  • Currency exchange rates
  • Inflation and economic uncertainty
  • Jewelry design and craftsmanship value (if selling jewelry)

Yes. It’s very popular for wedding jewelry, heirloom pieces, and coins, especially in regions such as the Middle East, India, and Southeast Asia.

It can, but 22K is softer than 14K or 18K. If you want a ring with diamonds or daily-wear durability, many jewelers recommend 18K or 14K instead.

1 ounce (troy ounce) = 31.1035 grams.
To convert: grams ÷ 31.1035 = troy ounces

If the piece is designer, antique, or in excellent condition, it might be worth selling as jewelry. If it is broken, damaged, or plain, scrap pricing may be best.

Common verification options:

  • Hallmark stamp such as 22K, 916, or 91.6
  • Professional jeweler purity test
  • XRF or assay testing for accuracy

Because 22K gold contains 91.6% pure gold, jewelers often refer to it by its purity number: 916.

TypePurityTypical Use
22K Gold91.67%Jewelry, coins
24K Gold99.99%Investment bars, some coins

Jewelry markets often use grams. International gold trading uses troy ounces. It depends on the region and tradition.