Gold and silver prices have pulled back from the all-time highs set in early 2026 but remain well above their levels at the start of the decade. Coin values depend on more than spot price, including type (bullion, certified, proof or uncirculated), size, professional grade and metal content. Spot gold rose from $1,520.55 per ounce in January 2020 to $4,154.30 in October 2026, about 173%, while spot silver climbed from $18.01 to $60.39, about 235%. In dollar terms, gold has accumulated more value: an ounce bought in January 2020 would have gained about $2,634, whereas silver would have needed about 65 ounces to match that profit.
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| Market | Gold |
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| Close on 10/26/2026 | 4,017.27 |
| Change that session | +0.54% |
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