Gold prices in Libya witnessed a clear rise on Sunday, February 15, 2026, influenced by the global gold ounce price climbing above $5,000, alongside the rise of the US dollar in the parallel market to 9.90 dinars. This directly impacted the prices of scrap, cast, and bullion gold in the local market.
This rise comes amid ongoing fluctuations in the currency market, where prices are calculated according to the variable local exchange rate.
First: Scrap Gold Prices (When Selling)
- 18 Karat: 1175 LYD
- 21 Karat: 1370.8 LYD
- 22 Karat: 1436.1 LYD
- 24 Karat: 1564 LYD
Second: Cast and Bullion Gold Prices
Cast Gold
- 18 Karat: 1203 LYD
- 24 Karat: 1591 LYD
Bullion
- 5 grams: 8635 LYD
- 10 grams: 17000 LYD
Third: New and Used Gold Prices (When Buying)
New Gold
- 18 Karat: from 1450 LYD and above
- 21 Karat: from 1650 LYD and above
Used Gold
- from 1280 LYD and above
Fourth: Silver Prices in Libya
- Chromium: 18.50 LYD
- 800 Purity: 17.50 LYD
- 850 Purity: 19.50 LYD
- 900 Purity: 18.00 LYD
Cast Silver
- Local (High Purity): 24.5 LYD
- Turkish (999.9 – Rare): 30.50 LYD cash
- HAS 999.9 Wire: 27.50 LYD
- Swiss (Valcambi 999.9): 28.50 LYD
New Silver
- Foreign: between 60 – 90 LYD
- Local: between 35 – 40 LYD
Note:
Prices vary according to quantity, purity strength, and the exchange rate at the moment of trading.
Libya
Libya is a North African country with a rich history rooted in ancient civilizations like the Phoenicians and Romans, followed by centuries of Arab and Ottoman influence. In the modern era, it was an Italian colony before gaining independence in 1951, later becoming known for Muammar Gaddafi’s lengthy rule from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. Its cultural heritage includes UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the ancient Greek city of Cyrene and the Roman ruins of Leptis Magna.
US dollar
The US dollar is the official currency of the United States, established by the Coinage Act of 1792. It evolved from a system based on Spanish milled dollars and has become the world’s primary reserve currency since the Bretton Woods Agreement in 1944.
Turkish
Turkey is a transcontinental nation bridging Europe and Asia, with a rich history rooted in the ancient Anatolian civilizations, the Byzantine Empire, and later the powerful Ottoman Empire, which was succeeded by the modern Republic of Turkey in 1923. Its culture is a vibrant fusion of these diverse historical influences, Central Asian Turkic traditions, and Islamic heritage, evident in its cuisine, architecture, and arts.
Swiss
Switzerland, officially the Swiss Confederation, is a federal republic in Central Europe known for its long history of neutrality and direct democracy, dating back to the formation of the Old Swiss Confederacy in the late 13th century. It is globally recognized for its Alpine landscapes, political stability, and as a hub for international diplomacy and finance.
Valcambi
Valcambi is a Swiss precious metals refinery founded in 1961 in Balerna, Switzerland, known globally for producing gold bars and other investment-grade bullion products. It has a long history of refining and assaying precious metals, becoming a key player in the global gold market and operating under the ownership of the Indian conglomerate Rajesh Exports since 2015.
