Fetch Kochi Gold 24k (KOCH-24k) Historical Prices using the provided API

Introduction

Metals-API. This API provides a robust framework for accessing real-time and historical data on various metals, including gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of the Metals-API, explore the significance of gold in the digital age, and provide a comprehensive guide on how to retrieve historical prices effectively.

Metals-API Information

About Gold (XAU)

API Description

Metals-API Documentation. This resource provides comprehensive guidance on the various endpoints available, including their functionalities and usage examples.

Key Features and Endpoints

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754262025,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-03",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000482,
        "XAG": 0.03815,
        "XPT": 0.000912,
        "XPD": 0.000744
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Historical Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754175625,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-02",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000485,
        "XAG": 0.03825,
        "XPT": 0.000915,
        "XPD": 0.000748
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Bid And Ask Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754262025,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-03",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "bid": 0.000481,
            "ask": 0.000483,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        },
        "XAG": {
            "bid": 0.0381,
            "ask": 0.0382,
            "spread": 0.0001
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Convert Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "XAU",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1754262025,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

Time-Series Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-07-27",
    "end_date": "2025-08-03",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-07-27": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825
        },
        "2025-08-03": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-07-27",
    "end_date": "2025-08-03",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "start_rate": 0.000485,
            "end_rate": 0.000482,
            "change": -3.0e-6,
            "change_pct": -0.62
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Carat Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754262025,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-03",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "carat_24": 0.000482,
            "carat_22": 0.000442,
            "carat_18": 0.000367
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754262025,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-03",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "lowest": 0.000481,
            "highest": 0.000487
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754262025,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-03",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "open": 0.000485,
            "high": 0.000487,
            "low": 0.000481,
            "close": 0.000482
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Historical LME Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754262025,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-03",
    "rates": {
        "XCU": 0.294118,
        "XAL": 0.434783
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

API Key and Response

List of Symbols

Metals-API Supported Symbols page. This resource is invaluable for developers looking to understand the various metals available for trading and analysis.

Conclusion

Metals-API Documentation. This resource will guide you through the various functionalities available and help you implement effective solutions for your trading needs.