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18K 1 g melt value today

1 g of 18K gold (75.0% pure gold) is worth about $111 in melt value as of August 28, 2026 — a scrap buyer typically pays ~85% of that ($94.13) after refining and margin. That weight is typical of ear studs, thin chain links, small gold charms.

Published July 11, 2026 · Updated August 28, 2026

18K · 1 g — live estimate

Melt value
$111
Realistic scrap (~85%)
$94.13
Pure gold content
0.750 g
Per-gram melt
$111/g
Purity
75.0% (18K)
As of
August 28, 2026

The calculation

melt = spot/g × purity × weight(g)
     = $148 × 0.75 × 1
     = $111

Scrap buyers typically deduct ~15% for assay and refining, landing near $94.13. Designed or branded pieces can sell for more intact than melted.

What usually weighs about 1 g?

At 1 g, you are usually looking at ear studs, thin chain links, small gold charms. Confirm the hallmark matches 18K before you accept a scrap offer — plated lookalikes are worth far less.

Before you sell

  1. Confirm the 18K stamp (or equivalent fineness mark).
  2. Weigh in grams on a jewelry scale; exclude stones and non-gold parts.
  3. Compare at least two scrap offers against the $94.13 ballpark above.
  4. Not sure of the metal? Scan it in the Jewelry Identifier app first.

* Frequently asked

FAQ

Q. How much is 1 g of 18K gold worth today?
A. About $111 in pure melt value as of August 28, 2026. A realistic scrap offer is near $94.13 (~85% of melt) after refining and margin.
Q. How much pure gold is in 1 g of 18K?
A. 18K is 75.0% gold by weight, so 1 g contains about 0.750 g of pure gold.
Q. How do I calculate 18K value myself?
A. Multiply today's gold spot per gram ($148) by the purity (0.75) and by the weight in grams (1). That is $148 × 0.75 × 1 = $111.
Q. Is 1 g a normal weight for 18K jewelry?
A. Yes for ear studs, thin chain links, small gold charms. Weigh only the gold — exclude stones and non-gold findings — before using this estimate.

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