Gold price in Frankfurt today
Around half of Germany's gold reserves are stored in Frankfurt. Here you can see today's gold price and what investors in the financial capital should keep in mind.
The gold price is the same throughout Germany. Differences in Frankfurt arise in the buying price: dealers deduct a margin from the spot price – comparing pays off.
Gold · today in Frankfurt
Range on last trading day €3,468.75 – €3,515.60
Frankfurt and Germany's gold
After the USA, Germany holds the world's second-largest state gold reserves – around 3,350 tonnes. About half of it is stored in the vaults of the Deutsche Bundesbank in Frankfurt, the rest mainly in New York and London. For the gold price you get as a private person, this makes no difference: what counts is the world market price in US dollars, converted into euros.
Physical gold or gold on the stock exchange?
Frankfurt is home to Deutsche Börse, which also handles exchange-traded gold products. The difference from physical gold:
- Bars and coins are something you hold in your own hands. Bought without VAT, tax-free to sell after one year – but with a premium when you buy.
- Exchange-traded products are cheap to trade and easy to sell, but you don't own any gold in your drawer.
Selling gold in Frankfurt
Many people in Frankfurt sell not only scrap gold but also bullion coins and 999 bars. For common products, the spread between buying and selling is small – ask specifically for the buying price per gram or per ounce and compare it with the spot price above.
For jewellery, calculate the material value with the gold calculator. A reputable dealer will explain how much they deduct from the spot price.
Gold price in Frankfurt – history
What is your gold worth in Frankfurt?
| Fineness | Carat | per gram |
|---|---|---|
| 24 carat fine gold (999) | 24 K | €111.54 |
| 22 carat gold (916) | 22 K | €102.28 |
| 21.6 carat gold (900) | 21,6 K | €100.49 |
| 21 carat gold (875) | 21 K | €97.70 |
| 18 carat gold (750) | 18 K | €83.74 |
| 14 carat gold (585) | 14 K | €65.32 |
| 9 carat gold (375) | 9 K | €41.87 |
| 8 carat gold (333) | 8 K | €37.18 |
How to sell gold safely in Frankfurt
- Check the purity: look for hallmarks such as 585 or 750 and weigh the item on an accurate scale.
- Calculate the material value: with the gold calculator based on today's price.
- Get several quotes: compare at least two dealers in Frankfurt – buying prices often differ widely.
- Bring your ID: for cash transactions of €2,000 or more, identification is required by law.