Gold Price per Ounce 18K in United Kingdom (750)

How to Calculate the Price of Ounce 18K Gold in United Kingdom

1. Find the current price of gold per ounce 24K

   Check the gold price in United States dollar per ounce 24K from a trusted source (e.g., 2,691)

2. Convert the price of gold from United States dollar to British Pound

   Assume the exchange rate is 1 British Pound per United States dollar. Use the formula:

   Gold price in British Pound = Gold price in United States dollar × United States dollar to British Pound exchange rate
   Gold price in British Pound = 2,691 × 1 = 2,205 British Pound per ounce 24K

3. Convert the price from 24K to 18K gold

   Since 18K gold is 18 parts gold out of 24, the price for 18K gold is:

   Price per Ounce of 18K gold = Price per Ounce of 24K gold × (18 / 24)
   Price per Ounce of 18K gold = 2,204.83 × (18 / 24) ≈ 1,653.62 British Pound

4. Add the manufacturing cost

   Assume making charges are 65 British Pound per gram. The final price is:

   Making charges = making charges per gram × 31.1
   Making charges = 65 × 31.1 = 2,021.50
   Final price of Ounce 18K gold = Price per Ounce of 18K gold + Making charges
   Final price of Ounce 18K gold = 1,653.62 + 2,021.50 = 3,675.12 British Pound

Conclusion

The price of 1 Ounce 18K gold with making charges is approximately 3,675.12 British Pound.

Gold Making Charges in the United Kingdom

In the United Kingdom, gold making charges refer to the premiums added to the cost of gold jewelry or products beyond the prevailing market price of gold. These charges generally vary between retailers and depend on various factors such as craftsmanship, design complexity, and brand reputation. Typically, gold making charges can range from 5% to 20% of the gram price of gold.

As of October 2023, with the market price of gold hovering around £50 per gram, the making charges might translate to an approximate absolute value of £2.50 to £10 per gram. This means that for a gold item priced at £50, the final cost could rise to as much as £60 or more after including making charges.

Consumers are advised to compare making charges across different retailers, as this can significantly affect the overall purchasing cost. While some jewelers offer competitive rates, others may charge higher premiums due to superior craftsmanship and unique designs. Understanding these charges can help buyers make informed decisions when purchasing gold jewelry in the UK.