Data as of 2026-08-31. Sources: Gold API (indicative XAU spot), Frankfurter (official central-bank FX rates).
30-day trend
Over the last 30 days the computed price per gram rose by 10.1% — from CHF 104.89 to CHF 115.44 per gram. The series is built from daily COMEX futures closes and official daily FX rates.
Gold price by year
| Year | Low (gram) | High (gram) | Average (gram) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | CHF 101.45 | CHF 120.1 | CHF 113.41 |
| 2025 | CHF 81.82 | CHF 111.78 | CHF 93.89 |
| 2024 | CHF 55.31 | CHF 74.49 | CHF 66.68 |
| 2023 | CHF 52.45 | CHF 59.46 | CHF 56.62 |
| 2022 | CHF 51.55 | CHF 57.72 | CHF 54.72 |
| 2021 | CHF 49.64 | CHF 55.71 | CHF 52.6 |
| 2020 | CHF 48.77 | CHF 59.88 | CHF 54.36 |
| 2019 | CHF 41.11 | CHF 48.58 | CHF 44.35 |
| 2018 | CHF 37.17 | CHF 42.1 | CHF 39.71 |
| 2017 | CHF 38.75 | CHF 41.35 | CHF 40.26 |
| 2016 | CHF 35.61 | CHF 42.36 | CHF 39.71 |
| 2015 | CHF 33.03 | CHF 40.7 | CHF 35.88 |
| 2014 | CHF 35.36 | CHF 38.38 | CHF 36.52 |
| 2013 | CHF 36.51 | CHF 48.87 | CHF 42.45 |
| 2012 | CHF 45.73 | CHF 54.56 | CHF 50.61 |
Yearly aggregates of daily COMEX futures closes converted at same-date official FX rates. FX history is available from 1999.
Price per gram by purity
| Fineness | Purity | Price per gram |
|---|---|---|
| 999.9 (24 karat) | 99.99% | CHF 113.93 |
| 958 (23 karat) | 95.80% | CHF 109.16 |
| 916 (22 karat) | 91.60% | CHF 104.37 |
| 750 (18 karat) | 75.00% | CHF 85.46 |
| 585 (14 karat) | 58.50% | CHF 66.66 |
| 375 (9 karat) | 37.50% | CHF 42.73 |
The purity price is the share of pure gold in the alloy multiplied by the 999.9 gram price. Jewellery retails well above the metal value.
Gold value by weight
| Weight | Value (999.9) |
|---|---|
| 1 gram | CHF 113.94 |
| 5 grams | CHF 569.72 |
| 10 grams | CHF 1,139.44 |
| 20 grams | CHF 2,278.88 |
| Troy ounce (31.1 g) | CHF 3,544.05 |
| 50 grams | CHF 5,697.19 |
| 100 grams | CHF 11,394.39 |
| 1 kilogram | CHF 113,943.86 |
Computed from the exchange price of pure gold: minted bars sell at a premium over these values at banks and are bought back at a discount.
Frequently asked questions
How much is gold in Switzerland today?
A gram of 999.9 gold in Switzerland works out at CHF 113.94 at the official CHF rate — CHF 3,544.05 an ounce and CHF 113,943.86 a kilogram. That is the market calculation; jewellers and banks charge more for premium, tax and workmanship.
How much is 1 gram of gold in Swiss francs today?
The computed price of one gram of gold (999.9 fine) is CHF 113.94 at the official CHF rate. Real-world bank or jeweller prices are higher by the dealer premium, VAT and fees.
How is this price calculated?
We take the global indicative gold price (XAU/USD) and multiply it by the official CHF rate from central-bank data (Frankfurter). It is a computed value: local dealer premiums, taxes and delivery are not included.
Why is the price at a shop or bank different?
Banks and jewellers add a premium over the market price for fabrication, logistics, VAT and their own margin, and apply a discount when buying back. The gap typically runs from 2–3% on investment bars to tens of percent on jewellery.
How much is a gram of 14k (585) gold in Swiss francs?
The computed price of one gram of 585 (14k) gold is CHF 66.66 — 58.5% of the pure 999.9 gram price. Most jewellery is made of this alloy, and shops sell it well above the metal value.
How much is a troy ounce of gold in Swiss francs?
A troy ounce — 31.1035 grams — is worth about CHF 3,544.05 at the current computation. Global exchanges quote gold per troy ounce (XAU/USD).
How often is the data updated?
This page recalculates at least once an hour. The global gold price on the World Gold home page updates every few seconds.
Other currencies
Country gold-market overviews using this currency: Switzerland
Methodology and data limitations are described on the methodology page. This is not investment advice — see the disclaimer.