A few checks protect you from fakes and bad quotes.
A few checks protect you from fakes and bad quotes. This guide is written for american savers and the occasions that matter to them — weddings, holiday gifts, retirement savings and buying coins and bars.
What to check
Compare at least three quotes against the spot price
Buy from established dealers; ask about return and buy-back
Keep invoices and know the weight and purity of each item
Today's gold price
24K gold today in the United States: $130.69 per gram Prices move during the day, so check the live rate before you buy. The final price of a piece is its gold value plus the making charge, so ask for both separately.
