How much is 22ct gold / g today?
26th September 2025: Right now, we’re paying £75.65/g for 22 carat gold. We have no fees or charges to come off this figure, and it's the same for customers who visit our secure counter as well as those who use our very efficient postal service.
This webpage automatically updates whenever we adjust our prices. That means that the price displayed here is exactly what we'll pay you if you were to sell your 22ct gold to us right now.
Top Tip: Had a quote from another gold company? Before you accept their offer, make sure you obtain a clear itemised breakdown of their valuation. You need to know the weight (in grams) and the purity (carat) of your items. Once you have this information, use our handy tool to calculate the real value of your gold. It'll help you determine whether you're being offered a fair price. We've seen quotes for as little as 20% of the gold value, so it really does pay to check before you sell. Bottom line, if you're being offered less than 90%, you should go elsewhere!
How to identify 22 carat gold
UK law requires gold jewellery and other gold items to be stamped with a tiny hallmark. Hallmarks are an old form of consumer protection, ensuring that you get exactly the purity of gold you're paying for. UK hallmarking legislation requires any item made after 1950 and described as 22ct gold to carry a '916' stamp (identifying the purity) as well as the symbol of one of the four UK assay offices. Other countries have different systems, and old jewellery might have no hallmarks at all. In cases like this, it's hard to be sure you've got 22ct gold.
If you need help identifying your hallmark, take a look at our hallmark identification wizard.
At Gold Traders, we employ high-end XRF technology to quickly and precisely test the chemical composition of the gold our customers want to sell. We're easily able to authenticate your 22ct jewellery, ensuring you get a fast and accurate payout. Read more: What is an XRF Machine?
What is 22 carat jewellery worth?
The value of old gold jewellery like rings and bracelets is determined by the weight and gold content of the piece. We sometimes call the gold value of an item its 'scrap value’. It doesn't matter if your gold jewellery is broken or damaged: it's still worth something. Working out how much your 22ct gold is worth is based on two factors:
- The current price for 22ct gold per gram on the metal market
- The weight of the jewellery in grams, minus any stones or other non-gold parts
Our current price for 22ct gold is £75.65/g. All you need to do is multiply this figure by the weight of your jewellery to see how much we'll pay you for your gold today.
Hallmarked vs Unhallmarked 22 Carat
We pay the same rate for non-hallmarked 22ct jewellery. We use industry-standard XRF analysis to determine the precious metal content of all items. If the test results reveal a lower gold purity (which does happen with some Asian / Indian gold), we will simply pay an adjusted pro-rata rate based on the percentage of gold result.
Sell 22 Carat Gold Coins
If you're selling 22ct gold coins, you'll usually receive an even higher price. This is because coins are known weights and purities, and are easier to process and resell. We buy all common 22ct gold coins, including:
- Full Sovereigns and Half Sovereigns - Struck by The Royal Mint and containing 22ct gold (91.67% purity)
- South African Gold Coins - The Krugerrand is one of the world's most traded bullion coins
- Gold Britannias (pre-2013 issues) - Prior to 2013, these were minted in 22ct gold
- Gold Eagles (USA) - Also 22ct gold content
If you're not sure what you have, our team can help. We identify each item and provide a full breakdown so you know exactly what you're selling and what you're being paid for.
Why choose Gold-Traders?
Gold Traders was the first precious metals dealer in the UK to be accredited by Trading Standards through their national Buy With Confidence scheme. That recognition speaks to our commitment to fairness, transparency, and excellent customer service.
We operate two secure offices in Royal Wootton Bassett and Bodmin, where customers can sell their gold face-to-face. If you'd prefer to post your items, our postal service is fast and hassle-free.
Here's how it works:
- Fill out our claim form - If you state the weights and purities of your gold, we'll provide an upfront estimate of what you can expect to be paid.
- Send your items via Royal Mail Special Delivery, using our step-by-step packaging guide.
- Receive confirmation once your parcel arrives safely (Monday to Friday).
- We test and value your items the same day.
- You receive your valuation via email or text. If you're happy, payment is processed.
- Same-day payment - Funds typically arrive in your bank account by 6pm.
With thousands of satisfied customers and a near-perfect Trustpilot rating, we're proud to be the gold buyers UK customers trust time and again.
