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9K 500 g melt value today

500 g of 9K gold (37.5% pure gold) is worth about $25,275 in melt value as of October 13, 2026 — a scrap buyer typically pays ~85% of that ($21,484) after refining and margin. That weight is typical of gold bars, scrap lots, dealer inventory.

Published July 11, 2026 · Updated October 13, 2026

9K · 500 g — live estimate

Melt value
$25,275
Realistic scrap (~85%)
$21,484
Pure gold content
187.500 g
Per-gram melt
$50.55/g
Purity
37.5% (9K)
As of
October 13, 2026

The calculation

melt = spot/g × purity × weight(g)
     = $135 × 0.375 × 500
     = $25,275

Scrap buyers typically deduct ~15% for assay and refining, landing near $21,484. Designed or branded pieces can sell for more intact than melted.

What usually weighs about 500 g?

At 500 g, you are usually looking at gold bars, scrap lots, dealer inventory. 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 $21,484 ballpark above.
  4. Not sure of the metal? Scan it in the Jewelry Identifier app first.

* Frequently asked

FAQ

Q. How much is 500 g of 9K gold worth today?
A. About $25,275 in pure melt value as of October 13, 2026. A realistic scrap offer is near $21,484 (~85% of melt) after refining and margin.
Q. How much pure gold is in 500 g of 9K?
A. 9K is 37.5% gold by weight, so 500 g contains about 187.500 g of pure gold.
Q. How do I calculate 9K value myself?
A. Multiply today's gold spot per gram ($135) by the purity (0.375) and by the weight in grams (500). That is $135 × 0.375 × 500 = $25,275.
Q. Is 500 g a normal weight for 9K jewelry?
A. Yes for gold bars, scrap lots, dealer inventory. Weigh only the gold — exclude stones and non-gold findings — before using this estimate.

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