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Gold Price in All Currencies
Live gold spot price converted to 57 currencies worldwide
Base: $4,512.92 USD/oz · Last updated: May 4, 2026, 01:01 PM ET
Per Troy Oz (USD)
$4,512.92
Per Gram (USD)
$145.09
Per Kilogram (USD)
$145,094
How Gold Prices Are Calculated in Local Currencies
Gold is priced globally in US dollars per troy ounce. To convert the gold price to any other currency, simply multiply the USD spot price by the current exchange rate. For example, if gold is $4,513/oz and the USD/INR rate is 83.5, then gold in Indian Rupees is ₹376,829/oz.
The exchange rates shown on this page are periodically updated reference rates. Actual rates at your local dealer may vary slightly due to buy/sell spreads, import duties, taxes, and dealer premiums. The gold spot price itself is a 24-hour global market price based on LBMA (London Bullion Market Association) and COMEX futures benchmarks.
For the most accurate local gold prices, always check your country-specific page which includes information about applicable taxes, import duties, and local market premiums that affect the true cost of buying gold in your country.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is gold priced in US dollars?
Gold has been priced in US dollars since the Bretton Woods system established the USD as the world's reserve currency in 1944. Even after the gold standard ended in 1971, USD remained the dominant currency for international commodity pricing. The LBMA in London and COMEX in New York set the globally recognized gold benchmarks in USD.
Do exchange rates significantly affect my gold investment returns?
Yes, significantly. If you hold gold in a currency that weakens against the USD, your local-currency gold returns are amplified. For example, a 20% USD gold price gain combined with a 10% currency depreciation results in a roughly 32% gain in local currency terms. This makes gold an effective currency hedge.
Which currency has seen the best gold price performance?
Currencies that have depreciated most against the USD have delivered the highest local-currency gold returns. Argentine Peso holders saw gold rise over 1,000% in ARS terms in a decade. Turkish lira, Nigerian naira, and Egyptian pound holders have seen dramatic local-currency gold gains driven by currency depreciation rather than USD gold price moves alone.
How often are exchange rates updated?
This page uses periodically updated reference exchange rates. For live FX rates, currency markets operate 24/5 and rates change continuously. Our gold price data is refreshed every 5 minutes during market hours.