Why 9ct gold is worth less than 18ct gold
9ct gold contains less pure gold than 18ct gold, so it is usually worth less by weight.
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Estimate what your gold could be worth today
Gold Pricer helps you estimate the value of your gold using live market price data, item weight and gold purity. Use our calculator to understand the potential metal value before choosing where to sell.
Enter a weight to see your estimated gold value.
This calculator provides a guide only. Final offers depend on testing, purity, item weight, item condition, stones, non-gold parts, refining costs, buyer margin and market movement.
Live market reference
Gold prices move throughout the day. Gold Pricer uses live market reference data to help estimate what your gold may be worth before selling.
How it works
The calculator starts with a live market gold price reference.
Your carat determines how much pure gold is in the item.
The calculator uses your entered weight to estimate precious metal content.
Gold buyers normally offer below full market value to account for testing, risk, refining, business costs and margin.
Calculators
Estimate the value of 9ct gold jewellery and scrap.
Calculate 18ct gold rings, chains and jewellery value.
Estimate the metal value of mixed scrap gold.
Get a guide value for chains, rings and bracelets.
Today’s reference price per gram by carat.
Quick guide to gold value before selling.
Trusted partners
Once you have an estimate, the next step is choosing a trusted gold buyer. Gold Pricer can direct you to selected high street-backed and postal gold services.
Best for: Postal gold packs
Request a postal gold pack and send your items to HighStreetGold headquarters for a clear valuation before deciding whether to sell.
Sell Gold by PostBest for: Face-to-face gold valuations in St Helens
Visit St Helens Gold inside Cash Generator St Helens for a local in-person gold valuation.
Sell Gold in St HelensBest for: Upcoming Wirral and Birkenhead gold-buying location
Birkenhead Gold is an upcoming local gold-buying location for Birkenhead, Wirral and surrounding areas.
Visit Birkenhead GoldGold Pricer may link to selected gold-buying services connected to our wider network. Always check the buyer’s terms, valuation process and offer before selling.
Education
9ct gold contains less pure gold than 18ct gold, so it is usually worth less by weight.
Gold buyers need to allow for testing, refining, risk, business costs and margin.
The heavier the gold item, the more precious metal it may contain, depending on purity.
Stones, steel, plated sections and non-gold parts may reduce the payable gold weight.
Different buyers may use different margins, testing methods, payout percentages and risk assumptions.
FAQs
It gives an estimate based on live gold price data, purity and weight. The final offer may differ after testing, weighing and checking the item.
9ct gold contains 37.5% pure gold, while 18ct gold contains 75% pure gold. That usually makes 18ct gold worth more by weight.
Usually no. Buyers need to allow for testing, refining, business costs, risk and margin.
Yes. The calculator can estimate scrap gold value if you know the weight and purity.
No. The calculator estimates metal value only. Stones, diamonds and non-gold parts need separate assessment.
You can compare options after checking the estimate. Gold Pricer links to selected gold-buying services such as HighStreetGold, St Helens Gold and Birkenhead Gold.
Use the calculator as a guide, then choose a trusted buyer for a proper valuation.