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PT950 5 g melt value today

5 g of PT950 platinum (95.0% pure platinum) is worth about $261 in melt value as of October 13, 2026 — a scrap buyer typically pays ~85% of that ($222) after refining and margin. That weight is typical of rings, pendants, lightweight platinum bracelets.

Published July 11, 2026 · Updated October 13, 2026

PT950 · 5 g — live estimate

Melt value
$261
Realistic scrap (~85%)
$222
Pure platinum content
4.750 g
Per-gram melt
$52.14/g
Purity
95.0% (PT950)
As of
October 13, 2026

The calculation

melt = spot/g × purity × weight(g)
     = $54.88 × 0.95 × 5
     = $261

Scrap buyers typically deduct ~15% for assay and refining, landing near $222. Designed or branded pieces can sell for more intact than melted.

What usually weighs about 5 g?

At 5 g, you are usually looking at rings, pendants, lightweight platinum bracelets. Confirm the hallmark matches PT950 before you accept a scrap offer — plated lookalikes are worth far less.

Before you sell

  1. Confirm the PT950 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 $222 ballpark above.
  4. Not sure of the metal? Scan it in the Jewelry Identifier app first.

* Frequently asked

FAQ

Q. How much is 5 g of PT950 platinum worth today?
A. About $261 in pure melt value as of October 13, 2026. A realistic scrap offer is near $222 (~85% of melt) after refining and margin.
Q. How much pure platinum is in 5 g of PT950?
A. PT950 is 95.0% platinum by weight, so 5 g contains about 4.750 g of pure platinum.
Q. How do I calculate PT950 value myself?
A. Multiply today's platinum spot per gram ($54.88) by the purity (0.95) and by the weight in grams (5). That is $54.88 × 0.95 × 5 = $261.
Q. Is 5 g a normal weight for PT950 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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