How precious-metal pricing works
The spot price is the live market value of one troy ounce of pure metal, set continuously by global commodity exchanges. It’s the baseline from which every coin and bar is priced. Physical bullion always trades a little above spot — that difference is the premium.
Spot vs. premium
The premium covers refining or minting, distribution, insurance and dealer margin. Smaller items and intricate coins carry higher premiums per ounce than large cast bars, because the fabrication cost is spread over less metal. At BTC Mints the metal value and the premium are shown separately on every product, so you always know exactly what you’re paying for.
Why prices move
Gold and silver respond to interest rates, inflation, currency strength and safe-haven demand. Bitcoin moves on its own market dynamics. Because we price in real time, converting crypto to metal locks in today’s rate the moment your payment confirms.
Buying at the live rate
When you check out, your order total is fixed at the spot price and premium displayed at confirmation. From that point the metal is yours at that price, regardless of subsequent market movement.
Gold chart tracks PAX Gold (1:1 allocated gold) as a live proxy. Figures are indicative market data and refresh continuously; the price applied to an order is the one shown at checkout confirmation.