Jewelry Melt Value

The Jewelry Melt Value Calculator determines what a piece of gold or silver jewelry is worth based purely on its metal content at current market prices. This is the floor value — what a refiner would pay to melt it down, excluding any design, brand, or sentimental premium. Enter the jewelry weight, purity (karat or fineness), and current spot price per gram or ounce. The calculator shows the melt value and, if you enter the purchase price, the premium you paid over melt value. This tool is essential when selling old jewelry, evaluating estate pieces, or comparing retail jewelry prices against intrinsic metal value. Retail jewelry often carries a 20-100% premium over melt value for craftsmanship and branding — knowing the melt value helps you negotiate informed prices.