Data as of 2026-07-30. 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 6.1% — from EGP 6,370 to EGP 6,761 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 | EGP 6,380 | EGP 8,052 | EGP 7,160 |
| 2025 | EGP 4,583 | EGP 6,616 | EGP 5,533 |
| 2024 | EGP 2,032 | EGP 4,252 | EGP 3,295 |
| 2023 | EGP 1,773 | EGP 2,052 | EGP 1,935 |
| 2022 | EGP 907 | EGP 1,437 | EGP 1,091 |
| 2021 | EGP 867 | EGP 958 | EGP 904 |
| 2020 | EGP 796 | EGP 1,020 | EGP 916 |
| 2019 | EGP 714 | EGP 809 | EGP 756 |
| 2018 | EGP 684 | EGP 765 | EGP 723 |
| 2017 | EGP 638 | EGP 759 | EGP 728 |
| 2016 | EGP 281 | EGP 661 | EGP 376 |
| 2015 | EGP 267 | EGP 294 | EGP 283 |
| 2014 | EGP 269 | EGP 296 | EGP 283 |
| 2013 | EGP 275 | EGP 346 | EGP 311 |
| 2012 | EGP 304 | EGP 347 | EGP 328 |
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% | EGP 6,679 |
| 958 (23 karat) | 95.80% | EGP 6,399 |
| 916 (22 karat) | 91.60% | EGP 6,119 |
| 750 (18 karat) | 75.00% | EGP 5,010 |
| 585 (14 karat) | 58.50% | EGP 3,908 |
| 375 (9 karat) | 37.50% | EGP 2,505 |
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 | EGP 6,680 |
| 5 grams | EGP 33,398 |
| 10 grams | EGP 66,796 |
| 20 grams | EGP 133,592 |
| Troy ounce (31.1 g) | EGP 207,760 |
| 50 grams | EGP 333,981 |
| 100 grams | EGP 667,962 |
| 1 kilogram | EGP 6,679,624 |
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 1 gram of gold in Egyptian pounds today?
The computed price of one gram of gold (999.9 fine) is EGP 6,680 at the official EGP 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 EGP 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 Egyptian pounds?
The computed price of one gram of 585 (14k) gold is EGP 3,908 — 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 Egyptian pounds?
A troy ounce — 31.1035 grams — is worth about EGP 207,760 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.
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Methodology and data limitations are described on the methodology page. This is not investment advice — see the disclaimer.