24 Karat
(999.9 pure)
CHF 115
per gram
Live gold rates for Switzerland by karat purity. Prices are market references only - final cost varies by jeweler premium, making charges, taxes, and local spread.
Track Switzerland gold rate today with 24K, 22K, and 18K prices in CHF. The current benchmark is CHF 115 per gram and CHF 3’571 per troy ounce, with city references for Zurich, Geneva, Basel, Bern, Lausanne, and Lugano. Use this page as your Swiss benchmark before dealer premium, jewelry VAT, and making charges.
CHF 114.81
Yesterday: CHF 115.33
Down CHF 0.5233 (-0.45%)
CHF 3’571
Local reference update:
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Estimated Value
CHF 105.24
CHF 105.24 per gram (22k)
Weight in grams: 1.000
If you are searching for gold rate in Switzerland today, this page provides 24K, 22K and 18K references in CHF with gram and troy-ounce focus, Swiss refinery context, VAT treatment, and city-level spread checks.
24 Karat
(999.9 pure)
CHF 115
per gram
22 Karat
(916 fineness)
CHF 105
per gram
21 Karat
(875 fineness)
CHF 100
per gram
18 Karat
(750 fineness)
CHF 86
per gram
Unit breakdown below is 24K reference only. Each row shows today price, yesterday reference, and daily move to avoid duplicate interpretation across cards.
| Unit | Today | Yesterday | Day Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per Gram (24K) | CHF 114.81 | CHF 115.33 | CHF 0.5233 (-0.45%) |
| Per 10 Gram (24K) | CHF 1’148.09 | CHF 1’153.32 | CHF 5.233 (-0.45%) |
| Per Tola (24K) | CHF 1’339.11 | CHF 1’345.21 | CHF 6.1037 (-0.45%) |
| Per Troy Ounce (24K) | CHF 3’570.96 | CHF 3’587.23 | CHF 16.2764 (-0.45%) |
Trend view for Switzerland, Switzerland. This chart uses the same local reference series shown in the table below.
This 10-day table shows the short-term direction for 18K, 22K and 24K rates in Switzerland.
| Date | 18k | 22k | 24k | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17. Mai 2026 | CHF 86.1067 | CHF 105.24 | CHF 114.81 | -0.45% |
| 15. Mai 2026 | CHF 86.4992 | CHF 105.72 | CHF 115.33 | -2.48% |
| 14. Mai 2026 | CHF 88.7024 | CHF 108.41 | CHF 118.27 | -0.42% |
| 13. Mai 2026 | CHF 89.0741 | CHF 108.87 | CHF 118.77 | +0.43% |
| 12. Mai 2026 | CHF 88.693 | CHF 108.40 | CHF 118.26 | -0.87% |
| 11. Mai 2026 | CHF 89.4722 | CHF 109.35 | CHF 119.30 | -0.04% |
| 08. Mai 2026 | CHF 89.5045 | CHF 109.39 | CHF 119.34 | +0.44% |
| 07. Mai 2026 | CHF 89.1139 | CHF 108.92 | CHF 118.82 | +0.38% |
| 06. Mai 2026 | CHF 88.7745 | CHF 108.50 | CHF 118.37 | +2.77% |
| 05. Mai 2026 | CHF 86.3835 | CHF 105.58 | CHF 115.18 | +0.80% |
Review the broader 30-day trend to understand how today gold rate in Switzerland compares with recent market movement (15. Apr. 2026 to 17. Mai 2026).
| Date | 18k | 22k | 24k | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17. Mai 2026 | CHF 86.1067 | CHF 105.24 | CHF 114.81 | -0.45% |
| 15. Mai 2026 | CHF 86.4992 | CHF 105.72 | CHF 115.33 | -2.48% |
| 14. Mai 2026 | CHF 88.7024 | CHF 108.41 | CHF 118.27 | -0.42% |
| 13. Mai 2026 | CHF 89.0741 | CHF 108.87 | CHF 118.77 | +0.43% |
| 12. Mai 2026 | CHF 88.693 | CHF 108.40 | CHF 118.26 | -0.87% |
| 11. Mai 2026 | CHF 89.4722 | CHF 109.35 | CHF 119.30 | -0.04% |
| 08. Mai 2026 | CHF 89.5045 | CHF 109.39 | CHF 119.34 | +0.44% |
| 07. Mai 2026 | CHF 89.1139 | CHF 108.92 | CHF 118.82 | +0.38% |
| 06. Mai 2026 | CHF 88.7745 | CHF 108.50 | CHF 118.37 | +2.77% |
| 05. Mai 2026 | CHF 86.3835 | CHF 105.58 | CHF 115.18 | +0.80% |
| 04. Mai 2026 | CHF 85.6952 | CHF 104.74 | CHF 114.26 | -2.38% |
| 01. Mai 2026 | CHF 87.7885 | CHF 107.30 | CHF 117.05 | +0.33% |
| 30. Apr. 2026 | CHF 87.5003 | CHF 106.94 | CHF 116.67 | +1.53% |
| 29. Apr. 2026 | CHF 86.1825 | CHF 105.33 | CHF 114.91 | -1.01% |
| 28. Apr. 2026 | CHF 87.0604 | CHF 106.41 | CHF 116.08 | -1.79% |
| 27. Apr. 2026 | CHF 88.6512 | CHF 108.35 | CHF 118.20 | -0.99% |
| 24. Apr. 2026 | CHF 89.5405 | CHF 109.44 | CHF 119.39 | +0.37% |
| 23. Apr. 2026 | CHF 89.2144 | CHF 109.04 | CHF 118.95 | -0.58% |
| 22. Apr. 2026 | CHF 89.7339 | CHF 109.67 | CHF 119.65 | +0.73% |
| 21. Apr. 2026 | CHF 89.0873 | CHF 108.88 | CHF 118.78 | -2.25% |
| 20. Apr. 2026 | CHF 91.139 | CHF 111.39 | CHF 121.52 | -1.05% |
| 17. Apr. 2026 | CHF 92.106 | CHF 112.57 | CHF 122.81 | +1.51% |
| 16. Apr. 2026 | CHF 90.737 | CHF 110.90 | CHF 120.98 | -0.30% |
| 15. Apr. 2026 | CHF 91.0138 | CHF 111.24 | CHF 121.35 | 0.00% |
City references below apply local market spread assumptions over the national 24K benchmark so rates are not shown as identical placeholders. Final quotes can still vary by dealer policy and inventory.
Switzerland hosts the world's most influential refining network, including PAMP Suisse, Valcambi, Argor-Heraeus, and Metalor. Swiss refineries process a major share of global gold flows before distribution into bullion bars, bank channels, and exchange-grade supply.
Current benchmark is CHF 114.81 per gram and CHF 3’570.96 per troy ounce, aligned with international XAU spot and live USD/CHF conversion.
| Gold Type | VAT | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Investment bars (99.5%+) | 0% | VAT-exempt investment gold under Swiss rules |
| Investment coins (legal tender) | 0% | Includes Vreneli and qualifying bullion coins |
| Gold jewelry | 8.1% | Standard Swiss VAT on jewelry retail |
| Making charges | 8.1% | Applied to labor/craft component |
| Product | Weight | Indicative Price |
|---|---|---|
| PAMP Lady Fortuna | 1 oz | CHF 3’678.08 |
| PAMP Lady Fortuna | 100g | CHF 11’710.51 |
| Valcambi CombiBar | 100 x 1g | CHF 11’767.91 |
| Argor-Heraeus | 1 oz | CHF 3’678.08 |
Indicative values are spot-linked estimates and can vary by dealer premium, inventory, and bar format.
Zurich and Geneva private-banking corridors are globally recognized for allocated bullion custody. Swiss vaulting demand often rises during risk-off cycles because both gold and CHF are viewed as safe-haven assets.
Swiss National Bank (SNB) reserve policy and CHF management can indirectly influence local gold conversion in CHF, especially during periods of strong currency volatility.
The Vreneli (Helvetia) remains Switzerland's most recognized historic gold coin in local retail investment demand, typically priced at a premium above melt value.
FX context: 1 USD = 0.7863 CHF. A stronger franc can soften local CHF gold moves even when USD-denominated spot rises.
Gold prices in Switzerland are driven by global XAU/USD movement and USD/CHF exchange-rate shifts. Because CHF is a safe-haven currency, local pricing can diverge from other markets during risk events. Swiss refinery flows, SNB policy signaling, and VAT-exempt treatment for qualifying investment bullion all shape retail behavior.
International spot gold is the first driver of Swiss pricing and feeds directly into local CHF conversion.
CHF safe-haven demand can offset or amplify local gold moves even when USD gold direction remains unchanged.
Swiss National Bank communication and FX management can influence CHF valuation, which then affects local gold pricing.
Refining activity from PAMP, Valcambi, Argor-Heraeus, and Metalor is a major sentiment signal for global bullion distribution.
Qualifying investment bullion is VAT-exempt, while jewelry checkout carries 8.1% VAT plus making charges.
Zurich and Geneva often show the tightest spread, while lower-volume regional markets can price slightly wider.
Disclaimer: Gold rates are indicative and may vary by city, jeweler premiums, making charges, taxes, and exchange spreads. Data is informational only and not financial advice.