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PT900 2 g melt value today

2 g of PT900 platinum (90.0% pure platinum) is worth about $106 in melt value as of August 29, 2026 — a scrap buyer typically pays ~85% of that ($89.97) after refining and margin. That weight is typical of rings, pendants, lightweight platinum bracelets.

Published July 11, 2026 · Updated August 29, 2026

PT900 · 2 g — live estimate

Melt value
$106
Realistic scrap (~85%)
$89.97
Pure platinum content
1.800 g
Per-gram melt
$52.92/g
Purity
90.0% (PT900)
As of
August 29, 2026

The calculation

melt = spot/g × purity × weight(g)
     = $58.80 × 0.9 × 2
     = $106

Scrap buyers typically deduct ~15% for assay and refining, landing near $89.97. Designed or branded pieces can sell for more intact than melted.

What usually weighs about 2 g?

At 2 g, you are usually looking at rings, pendants, lightweight platinum bracelets. Confirm the hallmark matches PT900 before you accept a scrap offer — plated lookalikes are worth far less.

Before you sell

  1. Confirm the PT900 stamp (or equivalent fineness mark).
  2. Weigh in grams on a jewelry scale; exclude stones and non-platinum parts.
  3. Compare at least two scrap offers against the $89.97 ballpark above.
  4. Not sure of the metal? Scan it in the Jewelry Identifier app first.

* Frequently asked

FAQ

Q. How much is 2 g of PT900 platinum worth today?
A. About $106 in pure melt value as of August 29, 2026. A realistic scrap offer is near $89.97 (~85% of melt) after refining and margin.
Q. How much pure platinum is in 2 g of PT900?
A. PT900 is 90.0% platinum by weight, so 2 g contains about 1.800 g of pure platinum.
Q. How do I calculate PT900 value myself?
A. Multiply today's platinum spot per gram ($58.80) by the purity (0.9) and by the weight in grams (2). That is $58.80 × 0.9 × 2 = $106.
Q. Is 2 g a normal weight for PT900 jewelry?
A. Yes for rings, pendants, lightweight platinum bracelets. Weigh only the platinum — exclude stones and non-platinum findings — before using this estimate.

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