Gold Price in 1968
In 1968, the LBMA gold price rose 7.2% — from $39.10 at the start of the year to $41.90 by year-end. It reached a high of $41.95 in May and a low of $38.85 in July, averaging $40.11 for the year.
1968 gold price summary
| Currency | Open (Jan) | High | Low | Close (Dec) | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD | $39.10 | $41.95 (May) | $38.85 (July) | $41.90 | $40.11 |
| GBP | £16.31 | £17.60 (May) | £16.22 (July) | £17.57 | £16.80 |
Prices are the LBMA London fix per troy ounce, monthly close. EUR begins 1999.
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