Platinum Price in 2008
In 2008, the LBMA platinum price fell 48.1% — from $1,731 at the start of the year to $898 by year-end. It reached a high of $2,150 in February and a low of $814 in October, averaging $1,563 for the year.
2008 platinum price summary
| Currency | Open (Jan) | High | Low | Close (Dec) | Average |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD | $1,731 | $2,150 (February) | $814 (October) | $898 | $1,563 |
| GBP | £871 | £1,084 (February) | £505 (October) | £621 | £830 |
| EUR | €1,166 | €1,415 (February) | €634 (December) | €634 | €1,042 |
Prices are the LBMA London fix per troy ounce, monthly close. EUR begins 1999.
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