* Jewelry melt value
How much is a 14K gold coin worth?
A typical solid 14K gold coin (~31.1034768 g, no stones) is worth about $2,374 in melt value as of July 13, 2026 — scrap offers usually land near $2,018 (~85% of melt). Plain coins in this karat commonly weigh 3.1–31.1 g ($237–$2,374 melt).
Published July 11, 2026 · Updated July 13, 2026
14K gold coin — live estimate
- Typical weight
- 31.1034768 g (3.1–31.1 g)
- Melt (typical)
- $2,374
- Scrap (~85%)
- $2,018
- Melt range
- $237 – $2,374
- Scrap range
- $201 – $2,018
- Per-gram melt
- $76.32/g
How to weigh your coin
Bullion coins are usually close to their stated pure-gold content; numismatic premiums can exceed melt — compare both before selling as scrap.
Then multiply gold-only grams × $76.32 for melt, or × $64.87 for a realistic scrap ballpark. Need an exact weight page? See 14K gold by gram.
What counts as a typical coin?
bullion coins and gold rounds near 1 troy oz (or fractional coins scaled down).
Next steps
- Confirm the 14K stamp via the hallmark guide.
- Weigh gold only; exclude stones and non-gold findings.
- Compare scrap offers to $2,018 and consider selling intact if the piece is branded or gem-set.
- Unsure of the metal? Scan it in the Jewelry Identifier app first.
* Frequently asked
FAQ
- Q. How much is a 14K gold coin worth today?
- A. At a typical 31.1034768 g weight, about $2,374 melt / $2,018 scrap as of July 13, 2026. Your piece may differ — multiply its gold-only weight in grams by $76.32/g.
- Q. What does a 14K coin usually weigh?
- A. Plain coins (no large stones) commonly fall between 3.1 g and 31.1 g. That is bullion coins and gold rounds near 1 troy oz (or fractional coins scaled down).
- Q. How much pure gold is in a typical 14K coin?
- A. 14K is 58.5% gold, so ~31.1034768 g of 14K contains about 18.20 g of pure gold.
- Q. Should I sell my coin for scrap or intact?
- A. Scrap pays near melt. Designer, branded, or gem-set coins often sell for more intact via a jeweler or marketplace. Compare both before melting.
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