Gold Price Today in Ireland
Today's Gold Prices in Ireland - All Karats Live
The following are raw gram prices for the gold price in Ireland (before making charges), showing the sell price (what you pay when buying) and the buy price (what you get when selling to a shop).
| Karat | Buy Price | Sell Price | Daily Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24k | 128.64 EUR | 131.45 EUR | ▲ 0.87 (+0.67%) |
| 18k | 96.48 EUR | 98.58 EUR | ▲ 0.66 (+0.67%) |
| 14k | 75.04 EUR | 76.67 EUR | ▲ 0.51 (+0.67%) |
| Ounce | 4,001.15 EUR | 4,088.56 EUR | ▲ 27.21 (+0.67%) |
Last updated: 20:55 - 24 August 2026
Gold Performance in Ireland Over Last Year
Gap Between Gold Price in Ireland and the Global Price
The table below shows the difference between the displayed local price and the raw global spot price for the same quantity in USD. This is a different indicator from the shop-level "buy/sell spread," since it compares the local price to the pure global price rather than yesterday's price.
| Karat | Local Price | Global Equivalent | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24k | 131.45 EUR | 127.62 EUR | +3.83 EUR |
| 18k | 98.58 EUR | 95.71 EUR | +2.87 EUR |
| 14k | 76.67 EUR | 74.44 EUR | +2.23 EUR |
Popular Bullion Bars in Ireland
| Bar | Weight (g) | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1g Bar | 1 | 134.08 EUR |
| 5g Bar | 5 | 667.11 EUR |
| 10g Bar | 10 | 1,330.27 EUR |
| 50g Bar | 50 | 6,638.23 EUR |
Gold Performance in Ireland - Long Term
Terms Worth Knowing Before You Buy Gold
- What is a troy ounce?
- The troy ounce is the standard global unit used in gold trading on every exchange worldwide, and it equals exactly 31.1035 grams.
- What is the difference between buy and sell price?
- The sell price is what you pay when acquiring gold from a shop, while the buy price is what you receive when selling your jewelry back to the same shop, with the gap representing the dealer's margin.
- What does the karat number mean?
- The karat number indicates the proportion of pure gold in a piece out of 24 parts, so 21k means 21 parts pure gold out of 24, or 87.5% purity.
Market Analysis
Dublin hosts headquarters for several European investment gold trading firms, benefiting from Ireland's status as an attractive financial hub for capital within the EU, despite its relatively small domestic jewelry market compared to larger European countries.
Gold in Ireland falls under a historic British-style hallmarking system (Assay Office), inherited from the period of union with Britain before independence, with the Dublin Assay Office still operating today as one of Europe's oldest assay offices.
Like other EU member states, high-purity investment gold is VAT-exempt in Ireland, with a standard tax rate reaching 23% on ordinary goods, including regular jewelry.
The Irish market leans toward both 18k and 9k, reflecting clear historical British influence, alongside a cultural preference for traditional Celtic designs in local jewelry pieces tied to Irish heritage.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Dublin Assay Office?
A historic assay office inherited from Ireland's period of union with Britain, ranking among Europe's oldest hallmarking offices.
Is gold tax-exempt in Ireland?
Yes, high-purity investment gold is VAT-exempt, while ordinary jewelry is subject to the standard 23% rate.
What's the most common gold karat in Ireland?
The market leans toward both 18k and 9k, reflecting British influence and a preference for traditional Celtic designs.