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 2.5% — from MDL 2,286 to MDL 2,344 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 | MDL 2,237 | MDL 2,615 | MDL 2,426 |
| 2025 | MDL 1,667 | MDL 2,361 | MDL 1,957 |
| 2024 | MDL 1,145 | MDL 1,535 | MDL 1,341 |
| 2023 | MDL 1,060 | MDL 1,195 | MDL 1,141 |
| 2022 | MDL 1,024 | MDL 1,147 | MDL 1,083 |
| 2021 | MDL 961 | MDL 1,086 | MDL 1,014 |
| 2020 | MDL 874 | MDL 1,083 | MDL 996 |
| 2019 | MDL 713 | MDL 869 | MDL 783 |
| 2018 | MDL 639 | MDL 735 | MDL 684 |
| 2017 | MDL 710 | MDL 804 | MDL 758 |
| 2016 | MDL 706 | MDL 860 | MDL 801 |
| 2015 | MDL 642 | MDL 738 | MDL 683 |
| 2014 | MDL 519 | MDL 577 | MDL 556 |
| 2013 | MDL 493 | MDL 644 | MDL 568 |
| 2012 | MDL 590 | MDL 711 | MDL 656 |
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% | MDL 2,316 |
| 958 (23 karat) | 95.80% | MDL 2,219 |
| 916 (22 karat) | 91.60% | MDL 2,121 |
| 750 (18 karat) | 75.00% | MDL 1,737 |
| 585 (14 karat) | 58.50% | MDL 1,355 |
| 375 (9 karat) | 37.50% | MDL 868 |
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 | MDL 2,316 |
| 5 grams | MDL 11,579 |
| 10 grams | MDL 23,158 |
| 20 grams | MDL 46,317 |
| Troy ounce (31.1 g) | MDL 72,031 |
| 50 grams | MDL 115,792 |
| 100 grams | MDL 231,585 |
| 1 kilogram | MDL 2,315,849 |
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 Moldovan lei today?
The computed price of one gram of gold (999.9 fine) is MDL 2,316 at the official MDL 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 MDL 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 Moldovan lei?
The computed price of one gram of 585 (14k) gold is MDL 1,355 — 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 Moldovan lei?
A troy ounce — 31.1035 grams — is worth about MDL 72,031 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.