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Gold Price in South Korea Today
Live 24K gold rate in KRW, per gram. Every purity, every weight.
Last updated Aug 11, 2026, 8:23 PM
At a glance
South Korea market summary
- Region
- Asia
- ISO code
- KR ยท KOR
- Currency
- KRW โ South Korean Won
- Preferred weight
- Gram (g)
Gold Price in South Korea Today
Stay updated with the latest live gold price in South Korea. Our prices are calculated using international spot gold markets together with the latest KRW exchange rate.
Whether you are purchasing jewellery, investing in physical gold, comparing historical trends, or checking today's gold prices, this page provides continuously updated information in one place.
Quick Facts
Country
South Korea
Currency
KRW
Default Unit
Gram
Data Source
gold-api.com
Live prices
By purity ยท per g
Today's Gold Market Summary
Gold prices in South Korea today are calculated using the latest international spot gold price together with the liveKRW exchange rate.
Daily price movements are influenced by global economic conditions, inflation expectations, central bank policies, currency fluctuations, geopolitical events, and investor demand for safe-haven assets.
Key Factors Affecting Today's Gold Price
- โข International Spot Gold Price (XAU/USD)
- โข KRW Exchange Rate
- โข Inflation Expectations
- โข Central Bank Interest Rates
- โข Global Economic Uncertainty
- โข Physical Gold Demand
Gold Price by Purity
Live prices in KRW.
| Purity | Per g | Per oz t | Per tola | Per kg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 karat (999) | โฉ199,057.77 | โฉ6,191,388.63 | โฉ2,321,770.74 | โฉ199,057,766.82 |
| 22 karat (916) | โฉ182,494.50 | โฉ5,676,213.58 | โฉ2,128,580.09 | โฉ182,494,504.29 |
| 21 karat (875) | โฉ174,192.97 | โฉ5,418,006.85 | โฉ2,031,752.57 | โฉ174,192,965.26 |
| 18 karat (750) | โฉ149,308.26 | โฉ4,644,005.87 | โฉ1,741,502.20 | โฉ149,308,255.94 |
| 14 karat (585) | โฉ116,122.01 | โฉ3,611,798.17 | โฉ1,354,424.31 | โฉ116,122,007.59 |
| 10 karat (417) | โฉ82,955.67 | โฉ2,580,209.66 | โฉ967,578.62 | โฉ82,955,667.00 |
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Estimated value
โฉ199,057.77
โฉ199,057.77 per gram at selected purity
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Currency
About the South Korean Won (KRW)
Gold in South Korea is quoted in South Korean Won (KRW, โฉ). Our engine converts the international spot price using the live USD/KRW exchange rate.
- 1 USD in KRW
- 1,417.0003
- 1 KRW in USD
- 0.000706
- Decimals
- 0
Understanding Gold Prices in South Korea
Why Gold Prices Change
Gold prices in South Korea are influenced by several global and local factors. The most important drivers include the international spot gold price, exchange rate fluctuations, inflation, central bank decisions, geopolitical uncertainty, and investor demand.
Buying Gold in South Korea
Before buying gold, compare different purities such as 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K. Always purchase from trusted dealers and request proper invoices or authenticity certificates whenever available.
Gold Investment Guide
Gold remains one of the world's most trusted long-term stores of value. Many investors use gold to diversify their portfolios and reduce risk during periods of economic uncertainty.
Gold Price in South Korea โ FAQs
How is the gold price in South Korea calculated?
The international spot price (XAU/USD) is converted into KRW using the live exchange rate, then adjusted for purity (24K, 22K, 18Kโฆ) and the local weight unit.
Which purity is most popular in South Korea?
Jewelry markets typically trade 22K (91.6% pure), while investment bars and coins are 24K (99.9%). The right purity depends on whether you buy for wear, value or resale.
Are gold prices in South Korea the same as international rates?
Local retail prices closely follow the international spot rate but may include a small dealer premium, tax and making charges. KmalServico shows the pure spot value.
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Methodology
How we calculate the price
- We fetch the international spot gold price (XAU/USD) live from gold-api.com, with automatic failover between providers.
- The spot rate is converted into the local currency using live exchange rates from open.er-api.com, then scaled by purity (24K, 22K, 18Kโฆ) and by weight (gram, tola, ounce, kilogram, baht).
- The result is the pure spot value. Retail counters may add dealer premium, tax and making charges โ the number here is the underlying benchmark.