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 10.6% — from SAR 486.3 to SAR 537.7 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 | SAR 485 | SAR 568.3 | SAR 533.4 |
| 2025 | SAR 339.1 | SAR 521.5 | SAR 422 |
| 2024 | SAR 246.6 | SAR 330.1 | SAR 284.2 |
| 2023 | SAR 220.5 | SAR 248.7 | SAR 235.5 |
| 2022 | SAR 197.2 | SAR 235 | SAR 215.9 |
| 2021 | SAR 206.6 | SAR 229.4 | SAR 215.7 |
| 2020 | SAR 188.6 | SAR 237.2 | SAR 216.4 |
| 2019 | SAR 154.7 | SAR 183.2 | SAR 166.9 |
| 2018 | SAR 143.7 | SAR 161.4 | SAR 152.3 |
| 2017 | SAR 149.6 | SAR 158.7 | SAR 153.4 |
| 2016 | SAR 134.6 | SAR 162.6 | SAR 150.7 |
| 2015 | SAR 127.8 | SAR 154.1 | SAR 138.9 |
| 2014 | SAR 141.2 | SAR 159.3 | SAR 150.1 |
| 2013 | SAR 147.5 | SAR 200.2 | SAR 171.3 |
| 2012 | SAR 188.4 | SAR 213.5 | SAR 202.3 |
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% | SAR 530.7 |
| 958 (23 karat) | 95.80% | SAR 508.4 |
| 916 (22 karat) | 91.60% | SAR 486.1 |
| 750 (18 karat) | 75.00% | SAR 398 |
| 585 (14 karat) | 58.50% | SAR 310.5 |
| 375 (9 karat) | 37.50% | SAR 199 |
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 | SAR 530.7 |
| 5 grams | SAR 2,653.6 |
| 10 grams | SAR 5,307.3 |
| 20 grams | SAR 10,614.6 |
| Troy ounce (31.1 g) | SAR 16,507.5 |
| 50 grams | SAR 26,536.4 |
| 100 grams | SAR 53,072.8 |
| 1 kilogram | SAR 530,728.4 |
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 Saudi Arabia today?
A gram of 999.9 gold in Saudi Arabia works out at SAR 530.7 at the official SAR rate — SAR 16,507.5 an ounce and SAR 530,728.4 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 Saudi riyals today?
The computed price of one gram of gold (999.9 fine) is SAR 530.7 at the official SAR 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 SAR 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 Saudi riyals?
The computed price of one gram of 585 (14k) gold is SAR 310.5 — 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 Saudi riyals?
A troy ounce — 31.1035 grams — is worth about SAR 16,507.5 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.