Gold Price in 1972
In 1972, the LBMA gold price rose 37.6% — from $47.15 at the start of the year to $64.90 by year-end. It reached a high of $68.30 in July and a low of $47.15 in January, averaging $59.14 for the year.
1972 gold price summary
| Currency | Open (Jan) | High | Low | Close (Dec) | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD | $47.15 | $68.30 (July) | $47.15 (January) | $64.90 | $59.14 |
| GBP | £18.18 | £27.87 (July) | £18.18 (January) | £27.66 | £23.94 |
Prices are the LBMA London fix per troy ounce, monthly close. EUR begins 1999.
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