Gold price today in Egyptian Pound

EGP 7,087.78 per gram, 24K +0.00%24h in USD —7d in USD

EGP 220,455 per troy oz · Last updated 7 Nov 2026, 00:36 UTC

24K gold per gram in EGP

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Gold price by karat, EGP

Karat	per gram	per gold pound	per 10 grams
21K	EGP 6,201.81	EGP 49,614	EGP 62,018
24K	EGP 7,087.78	EGP 56,702	EGP 70,878
22K	EGP 6,496.66	EGP 51,973	EGP 64,967
18K	EGP 5,315.84	EGP 42,527	EGP 53,158
14K	EGP 4,134.30	EGP 33,074	EGP 41,343

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About gold in Egyptian Pound

Gold spot price in Egyptian Pound per gram and per troy ounce, for each karat. Spot prices, before taxes, making charges and dealer premiums.

FAQ

Why do Egyptians buy gold instead of keeping savings in pounds?

The Egyptian pound has undergone multiple significant devaluations since 2022, losing a large share of its purchasing power against the US Dollar. Because gold is priced globally in USD, it holds its real value even as the pound weakens, making gram gold and gold-pound coins the most accessible inflation hedge for Egyptian households. When the EGP falls, the EGP gold price rises proportionally, preserving the saver's wealth.

What is the standard gold karat in Egypt?

21-karat gold, known locally as 'ayar 21' (عيار 21), is the dominant standard in Egyptian jewellery markets. It contains 87.5% pure gold (875 hallmark) and is the most widely traded form in Cairo and Alexandria souks. 24K bars are used for investment, while 18K is available but less common.

What is a gold pound (genêh dhahab) and how much gold does it contain?

The Egyptian gold pound (جنيه ذهب, genêh dhahab) is a small bullion coin weighing 8 grams of 21K gold (87.5% pure), equivalent to 7 grams of fine gold. It is the traditional unit for savings and gifting in Egypt, traded daily in souks. Quarter and half gold-pound coins (2g and 4g respectively) are also available.

How is the EGP gold price calculated from the international spot?

The international gold spot price in USD per troy ounce is converted to EGP using the current USD/EGP exchange rate and the premium of the Egyptian gold market over that rate, then divided by 31.1035 to get EGP per gram. A weaker pound directly raises the EGP gold price, which is why gold works as a natural hedge for Egyptian savers.

Is there VAT on gold purchases in Egypt?

Taxes on gold in Egypt depend on the product and can change. Prices on this page exclude taxes and making charges, so confirm with the seller whether a quoted price includes VAT and making charges.

Where are the main gold markets in Egypt?

Cairo's Khan el-Khalili bazaar in the historic Islamic quarter is the most famous gold market, dating back to the 14th century. Alexandria has its own established gold souk in the downtown area. Both cities have large concentrations of licensed gold dealers and assay offices that verify karat purity before sale.

Can I track the EGP/gold price for budgeting or financial planning?

Yes. This page provides a current EGP/gram reference, and the API gives you the same price to use in your own calculations.

Can I get the live Egypt gold price via API?

Yes. /api/v1/price/XAU/EGP returns the price per ounce and per gram in EGP on every plan, including Free. Add ?karat=21 for 21 karat.

Egyptian gold pound: 8 grams at 21 karat

The Egyptian gold pound, or gineih dahab, contains 8 grams of 21 karat gold. Its 87.5% purity means 7 grams of pure gold, so its metal value is today's 21K gram price times 8.

Dealer coins cost more than their metal value because sellers add a making charge for each coin. This varies by seller and is excluded here.

Half and quarter gold pounds use the same calculation for 4 and 2 grams of 21 karat.

The 21K price is 87.5% of the pure gold price. To price a coin, multiply the price per gram by its weight in grams.

	Gold pound	Basis
From spot, 21K × 8 g	EGP 49,614	Spot, 7 Nov 2026, 00:36 UTC

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{
    "symbol": "XAU",
    "name": "Gold",
    "currency": "EGP",
    "unit": "oz",
    "price": 220454.85,
    "gram": 7088,
    "gramBuy": 7102,
    "gramSell": 7074,
    "karat": 24,
    "updatedAt": "2026-11-07T02:36:35+02:00"
}

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