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How to compare buyer quotes and published payout benchmarks.
What 22K gold is worth
22K gold is 91.67% pure. Its melt value is weight in grams × 0.9167 ÷ 31.1035 × the live gold price per troy ounce. The calculator applies that formula before showing buyer discounts.
Where 22K gold appears
22K is common in South Asian jewelry and in several bullion-coin alloys. A 22K coin can contain a stated full troy ounce of pure gold while weighing more overall because of its strengthening alloy.
Melt value is the negotiating yardstick
Jewelry buyers pay below melt to cover testing, refining, shipping, and margin. Compare every dollar quote with the melt value and get at least three offers before selling.
Frequently asked questions
How much is 22K gold worth per gram?
The live melt value per gram is gold spot ÷ 31.1035 × 0.9167. The calculator updates that amount when the live feed loads.
What percentage of pure gold is 22K?
22K gold is approximately 91.67% pure gold; the balance is alloy metal.
What marks identify 22K gold?
Common marks include 22K, 22KT, 916, or 917. A mark is a starting point rather than proof, so uncertain or valuable pieces should be tested without damaging them.
Will a buyer pay the full melt value?
Usually not. Scrap-jewelry buyers deduct their costs and margin, so compare offers as a percentage of melt.
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