Gold Price in 1980
In 1980, the LBMA gold price fell 9.7% — from $653 at the start of the year to $590 by year-end. It reached a high of $667 in September and a low of $495 in March, averaging $604 for the year.
1980 gold price summary
| Currency | Open (Jan) | High | Low | Close (Dec) | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD | $653 | $667 (September) | $495 (March) | $590 | $604 |
| GBP | £288 | £288 (January) | £228 (March) | £246 | £259 |
Prices are the LBMA London fix per troy ounce, monthly close. EUR begins 1999.
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