Tripoli | Gold markets in Libya witnessed a notable wave of increases today, Saturday, January 3, 2026, covering all karats and types. This rise is driven by two main factors: the first is the rise in the exchange rate of the US dollar in the parallel market, and the second is the return of ounce prices to rise in global trading, amid a slight variation in supply and demand movement between cities.
1. List of “Scrap” and Cast Gold Prices
Prices for used gold (scrap) and local bullion recorded the following values at opening:
| Gold Type | Price per Gram (L.D) |
| 18K Scrap Gold | 888 |
| 21K Scrap Gold | 1,036 |
| 24K Scrap Gold | 1,198 |
| 18K Cast Gold | 895 |
| 24K Cast Gold | 1,190 |
2. “New” and Used Gold Prices
These prices are subject to the merchant’s assessment and the quality of craftsmanship, and came as general averages as follows:
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New Gold (18K): Ranges between 1,075 – 1,125 L.D.
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New Gold (21K): Ranges between 1,270 – 1,320 L.D.
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Used Gold (18K): Ranges between 950 – 980 L.D.
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Used Gold (21K): Ranges between 1,060 – 1,120 L.D.
3. Bullion, Coins, and Silver
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Global Ounce
Tripoli
Tripoli is the capital and largest city of Libya, with a history dating back to the 7th century BC when it was founded by the Phoenicians. It later became a significant part of the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire, which left a lasting architectural and cultural influence on its historic medina. Today, it serves as the country’s major political, economic, and cultural center.Libya
Libya is a North African country with a rich history that includes ancient Phoenician and Greek settlements, most notably at Cyrene, and later Roman rule. It was part of the Ottoman Empire before Italian colonization in the early 20th century, gaining independence as a kingdom in 1951 and later becoming a republic under Muammar Gaddafi from 1969 until the 2011 revolution. The country is home to five UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the extensive Roman ruins of Leptis Magna.US
The United States is a federal republic founded in 1776 after declaring independence from Great Britain. Its history is marked by westward expansion, a civil war over slavery, and its emergence as a global superpower in the 20th century.
