Scrap Gold Prices Australia – Live AUD Calculator

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Today's Australian Gold Scrap Prices (AUD)

CaratPurityHallmarkPer Gram (AUD)Per Troy Oz (AUD)
9ct37.5%375——
14ct58.33%585——
18ct75%750——
22ct91.67%916——
24ct99.99%999——

Gold Karats in Australia

Like the UK, Australia uses the term "carat" (ct) rather than the US "karat" (K). The most common karats found in Australian jewelry:

  • 9ct (375) — Most common in chain stores and affordable jewelry. The Australian equivalent of the UK's dominant 9ct market.
  • 18ct (750) — Popular in fine jewelry, engagement rings, and imported European pieces.
  • 22ct (916) — Found primarily in Asian-community and Indian jewelry in Australia.
  • 24ct (999) — Pure gold bars, coins, and some Asian jewelry.

Australian Gold Hallmarking

Australia follows a similar hallmarking tradition to the UK. While hallmarking is not legally mandatory for domestic sales (unlike the UK), most reputable manufacturers use the international millesimal fineness marks:

375585750916999
⚠️ Note: Because hallmarking is not mandatory in Australia for domestic sales, some jewelry may not be accurately stamped. If in doubt, have your piece acid-tested or XRF-tested by a dealer before selling.

AUD Gold Price vs USD

Australia is one of the world's largest gold producers (top 3 globally), so gold has significant cultural and economic relevance. Gold is priced globally in USD per troy ounce on the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA). Australian dollar prices simply reflect the USD price converted at the current AUD/USD exchange rate.

A weaker Australian dollar means higher AUD gold prices — and vice versa. This means AUD gold prices can rise even when USD gold prices are flat, if the AUD weakens against the dollar.

Selling Scrap Gold in Australia

  • Online gold buyers: Postal services with quick turnaround. Compare quotes from multiple providers. Expect 80–90% of melt value.
  • Local jewelers: Convenient, but rates vary widely. Good for getting a quick estimate.
  • Cash converters / pawnbrokers: Quick cash, but typically 55–70% of melt value.
  • Gold refineries: Best rates (90–95%) but usually require minimum quantities.

FAQs – Australia Scrap Gold

See the live AUD prices in the table above. 9ct gold per gram is 37.5% of the spot price converted to AUD. Use the calculator with AUD selected for your specific item value.
18ct gold per gram AUD = 75% × (Spot ÷ 31.1035) × AUD/USD rate. The table above shows live 18ct AUD prices per gram and per troy ounce.
With gold at or near all-time highs in both USD and AUD, 2026 is an excellent time to sell scrap gold. AUD gold prices are particularly high when the AUD is relatively weak.
9ct is the most common karat in Australian chain stores and everyday jewelry. 18ct is popular for fine jewelry and engagement rings. 22ct and 24ct are found in Asian community jewelry.
1) Weigh and identify your gold's karat. 2) Calculate melt value with our AUD calculator. 3) Get 2–3 quotes from dealers. 4) Choose the best offer. Online buyers and refineries usually offer the highest percentages.
Australia uses "carat" (ct), as do the UK, Ireland, South Africa, and most Commonwealth nations. The US uses "karat" (K). They mean exactly the same thing — 9ct = 9K = 37.5% pure gold.
9ct gold is marked 375 or "9ct." While mandatory hallmarking is less common in Australia than the UK, reputable pieces use international fineness marks.
Gold is priced globally in USD. Australian prices are simply the USD price × AUD/USD exchange rate. A 1.53 AUD/USD rate means a $3,200 USD spot price equals approximately A$4,896/troy oz before purity adjustments.

See also: 9ct Gold Scrap Price | 18K/18ct Price | UK Scrap Gold Prices | How to Calculate Scrap Gold

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