CURRENT GOLD MARKET PRICE /OZT
$4,359.15

What is your gold worth?

$0.00

Note: This calculation provides the highest melt value of the gold today and is not an estimate of what we will pay. Your offer will depend on your appraisal. Use this for informational purposes only.

Gold Markings and Purity Reference Chart

Marking Karat (K) Gold Content (%) Description
999 24K 99.9% Pure gold, often used in bullion or high-value jewelry.
916 22K 91.6% Common in traditional jewelry, especially in India and Asia.
750 18K 75.0% Widely used in fine jewelry; a good balance of purity and durability.
585 14K 58.5% Durable and affordable, popular in the U.S. for everyday jewelry.
417 10K 41.7% The minimum standard for gold in many countries, highly durable.
375 9K 37.5% Common in vintage and lower-cost jewelry, especially in Europe.
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Sherri DeHate
3 months ago
Decided to sell some unwanted old gold jewelry so I did some research and decided on Royal Element. Had a wonderful experience and immediately felt like a made the right decision. I was offered more than I had expected. I’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!!!
Thank you Royal Element!!!
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Jay Dee
4 months ago
Awesome service we came in and Constantine was knowledgeable about my silver and the items I brought he helped us get squared away in no time and even gave me the option of cash or check. Will come here again if I have more business to do.
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Michelle Warren
4 months ago
Very friendly and fast! I sold a gold chain and he paid me cash right on the spot. I will say though I was a bit confused at first, I came on a Saturday and the building they are located in keeps the doors locked on the weekend, but I called and he answered immediately and came down to let me in right away.
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Heather GRESHAM
5 months ago
Google Maps gave me direction to the back of the building to a dead end but I walked around the block and was able to find it and I’m glad i did. I believe their prices are more fair than any pawn shop would offer. I’m happy and will be back in the future for sure.
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Ice Man
5 months ago
I walked in and had some precious metal, Constantine was really nice and fair. I would suggest that everybody go to his business if your looking for a buyer.
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D W.
6 months ago
Very professional, easy to deal with - I recommend this place if you are in Vancouver area and want to sell precious metals. I went to get quoted on silver bullion coins and they paid about $8 less per ounce versus the current spot price, which seems like an ok price to me when comparing with the other coin/jewelry shops in the area. There is some paid street parking in front of their building and it was a fast transaction, they just weighed and inspected the coins and cut me a check.
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Lance Barley
6 months ago
Stopped by this place after finding them on google and they were professional, fast, and friendly!!! Would highly recommend doing business with them for anyone looking to sell some gold. Highest price I found in Vancouver WA
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Shari isbel
6 months ago
So I was really impressed with the level of service that I got at this place! I had a gold necklace that I needed to sell...They tested it right there...weighed and made me an offer! I wasn't really impressed a whole lot with offer-But called the next day...and he gave me what I wanted for necklace! The impressive part was how hard this man went above and beyond for anything that I asked of him! Had a problem cashing check-So went back...and he wrote 2 checks-To help make it easier to cash...(There was a 2500 limit for cashing non customers checks per day) Then after that,the bank still gave me problems, I would never bank at Chase bank!!! It was Christmas eve...and I called this place Royal Element to see if that gentleman was there that helped me the day before! He was,or wasn't there? Not really sure...But he heard the problems that I was having,and said he would just meet me at the bank to get it figured out! He went out of his way to help me,when he didn't have too!!! It's because of him that I had a good Christmas...I was able to shop for loved ones...and it relieved so much stress that I highly recommend this place! His name was Constantine,and he was such a blessing! Really nice,proffesional,and mostly honest! These are qualities that are hard to find when you're selling something. Especially if your in a bind...or needing money ASAP. I want to thank Constantine for all he did for me...and never once did he make me feel like I was a bother! This is a 10/10 for me...Future business will definitely be in the cards for me,with them!!!!
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Charly Hernandez
6 months ago
Sold my 10k gold bracelets at good deal!
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Alvin Shepherd
6 months ago
Had a fast efficient and very pleasant experience. We were paid top dollar on silver and gold trade in. Highly recommend Royal Element for all.
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Joe Resh
8 months ago
Very helpful and informative customer service.
Good prices and looking forward to working with in the future!
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Daniel Kononenko
8 months ago
It was great dealing with Royal Element. Good and quality service. Definitely trustworthy business to deal with. Will definitely be back for more business with them! 100% would recommend them to everyone!
Sold my gold ring here and had a great experience! They offered a very fair price, were professional, and super friendly throughout the process. Highly recommend!
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Faith Duran
10 months ago
Very easy, quick experience! I didn’t know anything about the value of the little gold and rose gold ring (band with no rock) from my previous marriage that I brought in, but Joe tested it gave me a quick quote for the weight of the 14k gold and offered me a payout of cash, check, or Venmo. Whole process only took about 10 minutes. Super simple! Glad I went :)
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Kim Jenkins
11 months ago
If they had Ten Stars I'd give them 20. The offer made was absolutely equitable and reasonable. The company is trustworthy and fast. They pointed out the fact that a "Solid Gold" bangle bracelet was actually plated. And showed it to me. One of the best!
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Lana Zharikova
12 months ago
Brought my gold for a quick appraisal and was impressed with their professional and knowledgeable staff. After going to a few different places in our area, they’re giving me the best pricing. Will be back with my gold for some cash later this month. Highly recommended!
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ItzMina13
1 year ago
I had a great experience with Royal Element and had a great offer.
Response from the owner 1 year ago
Thank you for your business!
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steve stratton
1 year ago
OK
Response from the owner 1 year ago
Thank you for choosing Royal Element.
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Viviane Yaacoub
1 year ago
I had a great experience selling my gold here. The staff was professional, honest, and very knowledgeable. They took the time to explain the pricing and offered a fair and competitive rate compared to other places I checked. The process was quick and hassle-free, and I felt very comfortable throughout. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a trustworthy place to sell your gold!
Response from the owner 1 year ago
Thank you for the kind words. We are very happy you are satisfied withe process and our offer.
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Paul Longer
1 year ago
Just sold some jewelry to Royal Element and had a fantastic experience! The process was quick and easy—I scheduled an appointment, showed up at my time, and left with a check in hand. They gave me an excellent offer, and they'll definitely be my go-to gold buyer in Vancouver from now on. Highly recommended!
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Response from the owner 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're happy to hear you had a great experience with Royal Element. It was our pleasure to assist you, and we're glad you felt the process was smooth and rewarding. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to serving you again in the future!
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Lorenzo Lorenzo
1 year ago
Response from the owner 1 year ago
Thank you!
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Lorenzo Minoli
1 year ago
Fair transparent fast also in resolving an issue I thought I had about the evaluation I had accepted. I appreciated a lot their patience and professionalism
Response from the owner 1 year ago
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're glad to hear that you found the process fair and transparent, and we truly appreciate your kind words about our team’s patience and professionalism. Resolving concerns quickly and clearly is important to us—we’re always here to help!
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Lorenzo Minoli
1 year ago
Correct. Fair I thought that there was a mistake in the evaluation they were fast and precise in explaining why I was wrong and they were right. I aprreciated a lot.
Response from the owner 1 year ago
Thank you again!
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Carr Hayden
1 year ago
Royal Element is hands-down the best gold buyer in Vancouver / Portland area! I appreciated the straightforward process—no hidden fees or unexpected deductions. Good luck!
Response from the owner 1 year ago
Thank you!
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Galindo Kash
1 year ago
Im glad I found Royal Element to sell my gold chain. They are right by my house and it was pleasure dealing with them. I will use them again if I need to sell more jewelry.
Response from the owner 1 year ago
Thank you.
If you’re looking to sell gold in Vancouver, WA, check out Royal Element. Their offer was significantly better than other quotes in downtown area.
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Salazar Arian
1 year ago
I recommend Royal Element for all gold sales. I visited several gold-buying locations around the area, and Royal Element gave me the highest payout. They were extremely professional and friendly, offering payment on the spot. If you have gold to sell, this is definitely the place!
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Vlad H
1 year ago
This was my first time selling gold, and Royal Element made the whole process simple and stress-free. It was fast, convenient, and I was really happy with the payout.
Great company! Service was fantastic and the staff is very knowledgeable. I totally recommend Royal Element if you’re looking to sell your gold or silver.

Gold Calculator

Use Royal Element’s gold calculator to estimate the current value of your gold by weight, unit, and karat purity. Whether you are checking a 10K ring, 14K jewelry, 18K chains, 22K pieces, 24K bullion, scrap gold, dental gold, coins, or broken jewelry, this tool helps you understand the approximate melt value before you sell.

How To Use The Gold Value Calculator

Enter the weight of your gold, choose grams, pennyweight, or troy ounces, then select the karat mark stamped on the item. The calculator uses the current gold market price and the purity percentage of your item to estimate its gold content. Common jewelry markings include 10K, 14K, 18K, 22K, and 24K, as well as 417, 585, 750, 916, and 999.

How Gold Value Is Calculated

Gold is priced by the troy ounce, but most jewelry is weighed in grams or pennyweight. The basic formula is: gold value = gold spot price per gram × item weight × purity percentage. For example, 14K gold contains about 58.5% pure gold, while 18K gold contains about 75% pure gold. The higher the purity and the heavier the item, the higher the estimated gold value.

Gold Calculator By Karat

10K Gold

10K gold is 41.7% pure gold and is common in durable everyday jewelry.

14K Gold

14K gold is 58.5% pure gold and is one of the most common jewelry purities in the United States.

18K Gold

18K gold is 75% pure gold and is often used in higher-end fine jewelry.

24K Gold

24K gold is nearly pure gold and is usually found in bullion, bars, coins, and some high-purity jewelry.

Scrap Gold Calculator For Jewelry, Coins, And Bullion

This calculator can be used for more than finished jewelry. It can help estimate the value of scrap gold, broken chains, single earrings, class rings, gold coins, small bullion pieces, dental gold, and other gold items. For the most accurate estimate, separate items by karat before entering the weight.

Nationwide Gold Selling And Appraisals

Royal Element helps customers understand gold value whether they are local or comparing gold buyers nationwide. The calculator is designed for people across the United States who want a transparent way to estimate gold value before requesting an appraisal. If you want an exact offer, Royal Element can review your items and explain the purity, weight, market price, and payout process clearly.

Why Your Final Offer May Be Different From Melt Value

A gold calculator gives an estimate based on market price, weight, and purity. A real offer may also consider testing results, non-gold materials, stones, condition, refining costs, market movement, and buyer margin. The best way to know the actual value of your gold is to get a professional appraisal with transparent testing.

Gold Calculator FAQ

How accurate is this gold calculator? +
The calculator provides an estimate based on the current gold market price, item weight, and selected purity. Actual offers can vary after professional testing and appraisal.
What is the difference between melt value and payout value? +
Melt value is the estimated raw value of the gold content. Payout value is the amount a buyer may offer after considering testing, refining, handling, and market factors.
Can I calculate gold value by gram? +
Yes. Select grams as the unit, enter the item weight, and choose the karat purity to estimate the value by gram.
What does 14K or 585 mean? +
14K and 585 both mean the item contains about 58.5% pure gold. The rest is made of other metals used for strength and color.
What does 18K or 750 mean? +
18K and 750 both mean the item contains about 75% pure gold.
Can I use this as a scrap gold calculator? +
Yes. The tool can estimate scrap gold value as long as you know the weight and karat purity of the items.