The gold value of classic US and world gold coins and modern gold bullion at today’s spot price. Values update while this page is open.
US gold coins (1838–1933)
| Coin | Years | Composition | Gold content (troy oz) | Gold melt value | Face value | Melt ÷ face |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gold Dollar
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1849–1889 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.0484 | $193.37 | $1 | 193× |
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$2.50 Gold Quarter Eagle Liberty Head (1840–1907)
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1840–1907 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.1210 | $483.43 | $2.5 | 193× |
$2.50 Gold Quarter Eagle Indian Head (1908–1929)
|
1908–1929 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.1210 | $483.43 | $2.5 | 193× |
$3 Gold Piece
|
1854–1889 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.1451 | $580.00 | $3 | 193× |
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$5 Gold Half Eagle Liberty Head (1839–1908)
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1839–1908 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.2419 | $966.74 | $5 | 193× |
$5 Gold Half Eagle Indian Head (1908–1929)
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1908–1929 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.2419 | $966.74 | $5 | 193× |
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$10 Gold Eagle Liberty Head (1838–1907)
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1838–1907 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.4837 | $1,933.49 | $10 | 193× |
$10 Gold Eagle Indian Head (1907–1933)
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1907–1933 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.4837 | $1,933.49 | $10 | 193× |
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$20 Gold Double Eagle Liberty Head (1850–1907)
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1850–1907 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.9675 | $3,866.97 | $20 | 193× |
$20 Gold Double Eagle Saint-Gaudens (1907–1933)
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1907–1933 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.9675 | $3,866.97 | $20 | 193× |
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Gold $3,996.90 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 24, 12:19 AM EDT
Some prices could not be refreshed recently and may be out of date.
Melt value is the metal content at spot price, not a buy or sell price. Collectible coins can be worth much more. For reference only.
World gold coins
The British sovereign, the French and Swiss 20 francs and the Mexican 50 pesos were struck in large numbers and trade widely for their gold.
| Coin | Years | Composition | Gold content (troy oz) | Gold melt value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
British Gold Sovereign
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1817–present | 91.67% gold (22 karat) | 0.2354 | $940.87 |
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Mexican 50 Pesos Gold (Centenario)
|
1921–1947 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 1.2057 | $4,818.87 |
French 20 Francs Gold
|
1803–1914 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.1867 | $746.15 |
Swiss 20 Francs Gold (Vreneli)
|
1897–1949 | 90% gold, 10% copper | 0.1867 | $746.15 |
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Gold $3,996.90 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 24, 12:19 AM EDT
Some prices could not be refreshed recently and may be out of date.
Melt value is the metal content at spot price, not a buy or sell price. Collectible coins can be worth much more. For reference only.
Gold bullion coins
| Coin | Years | Composition | Gold content (troy oz) | Gold melt value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
American Gold Eagle 1 oz ($50)
|
1986–present | 91.67% gold, 3% silver, balance copper | 1.0000 | $3,996.90 |
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American Gold Eagle 1/2 oz ($25)
|
1986–present | 91.67% gold, 3% silver, balance copper | 0.5000 | $1,998.45 |
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American Gold Eagle 1/4 oz ($10)
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1986–present | 91.67% gold, 3% silver, balance copper | 0.2500 | $999.22 |
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American Gold Eagle 1/10 oz ($5)
|
1986–present | 91.67% gold, 3% silver, balance copper | 0.1000 | $399.69 |
American Gold Buffalo
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2006–present | 99.99% gold | 1.0000 | $3,996.90 |
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Canadian Gold Maple Leaf
|
1979–present | 99.99% gold | 1.0000 | $3,996.90 |
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British Gold Britannia
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2013–present | 99.99% gold | 1.0000 | $3,996.90 |
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South African Gold Krugerrand
|
1967–present | 91.67% gold, 8.33% copper | 1.0000 | $3,996.90 |
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Vienna Philharmonic (Gold)
|
1989–present | 99.99% gold | 0.9999 | $3,996.44 |
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Australian Gold Kangaroo
|
1986–present | 99.99% gold | 1.0000 | $3,996.90 |
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Mexican Gold Libertad
|
2000–present | 99.9% gold | 0.9990 | $3,992.91 |
Melt values use these spot prices (US dollars):
- Gold $3,996.90 per troy oz Current quote · Quote time Oct 24, 12:19 AM EDT
Some prices could not be refreshed recently and may be out of date.
Melt value is the metal content at spot price, not a buy or sell price. Collectible coins can be worth much more. For reference only.
Reading these numbers
Some bullion coins are 22-karat (91.67% gold, with copper or silver added for hardness) and some are 24-karat (99.99% gold). Both kinds of 1 oz coin contain one troy ounce of pure gold; the 22-karat coins are simply heavier. Platinum and palladium coins are listed in the bullion coin directory.