Fallback snapshot Aug 2, 2026 · current references load automatically.
| Metal | Reference price | Price basis | Observed | Calculator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gold | $4,043.70 | USD per troy ounce | Aug 2, 2026 fallback | Open calculator |
| Silver | $57.69 | USD per troy ounce | Aug 2, 2026 fallback | Open calculator |
| Platinum | $1,654.00 | USD per troy ounce | Aug 2, 2026 fallback | Open calculator |
| Palladium | $1,296.00 | USD per troy ounce | Aug 2, 2026 fallback | Open calculator |
| Copper | $6.47 | USD per pound (assumed) | Aug 2, 2026 fallback | Open calculator |
Price source and refresh policy
MeltOffer requests its same-origin /api/prices JSON snapshot, which validates Gold API observations and caches them for 60 seconds. The page keeps the dated values above if a current observation is unavailable; each linked calculator exposes the price as an editable input.
Gold API documents XAU, XAG, XPT, XPD, and HG in USD. It does not document the HG unit or a CME linkage, so MeltOffer labels copper as an assumption based on the CME HG convention of USD per pound. Confirm every reference independently before a transaction.
Machine-readable fields
| Field | Meaning |
|---|---|
prices | Available symbols keyed by XAU, XAG, XPT, XPD, or HG. |
price | Positive USD reference value on the unit stated for that symbol. |
updatedAt | Upstream observation timestamp retained only when it parses as a valid date. |
unavailable | Symbols excluded because the upstream request or validation failed. |
cacheTtl | Snapshot cache lifetime in seconds: normally 60, or 5 during a complete outage. |
Frequently asked questions
How often do MeltOffer metal prices update?
The page requests a validated 60-second snapshot on load, every 60 seconds, and when a hidden browser tab becomes visible again.
Are these guaranteed trading or scrap prices?
No. They are reference observations, not executable bids, appraisals, or local scrap-yard offers. Confirm the price basis and compare actual written quotes.
Why is the copper unit marked assumed?
Gold API identifies Copper/HG and USD but does not document the unit or a CME linkage. MeltOffer applies the CME HG convention of USD per pound and labels that assumption explicitly.