Gold Price in 1986
In 1986, the LBMA gold price rose 10.9% — from $351 at the start of the year to $389 by year-end. It reached a high of $423 in September and a low of $338 in February, averaging $368 for the year.
1986 gold price summary
| Currency | Open (Jan) | High | Low | Close (Dec) | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD | $351 | $423 (September) | $338 (February) | $389 | $368 |
| GBP | £248 | £292 (September) | £223 (April) | £265 | £250 |
Prices are the LBMA London fix per troy ounce, monthly close. EUR begins 1999.
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