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* Gold melt value

9K 1 g melt value today

1 g of 9K gold (37.5% pure gold) is worth about $48.92 in melt value as of July 13, 2026 — a scrap buyer typically pays ~85% of that ($41.58) after refining and margin. That weight is typical of ear studs, thin chain links, small gold charms.

Published July 11, 2026 · Updated July 13, 2026

9K · 1 g — live estimate

Melt value
$48.92
Realistic scrap (~85%)
$41.58
Pure gold content
0.375 g
Per-gram melt
$48.92/g
Purity
37.5% (9K)
As of
July 13, 2026

The calculation

melt = spot/g × purity × weight(g)
     = $130 × 0.375 × 1
     = $48.92

Scrap buyers typically deduct ~15% for assay and refining, landing near $41.58. 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 9K before you accept a scrap offer — plated lookalikes are worth far less.

Before you sell

  1. Confirm the 9K 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 $41.58 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 9K gold worth today?
A. About $48.92 in pure melt value as of July 13, 2026. A realistic scrap offer is near $41.58 (~85% of melt) after refining and margin.
Q. How much pure gold is in 1 g of 9K?
A. 9K is 37.5% gold by weight, so 1 g contains about 0.375 g of pure gold.
Q. How do I calculate 9K value myself?
A. Multiply today's gold spot per gram ($130) by the purity (0.375) and by the weight in grams (1). That is $130 × 0.375 × 1 = $48.92.
Q. Is 1 g a normal weight for 9K 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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