Get Accurate Ludhiana Gold 22k (LUDH-22k) Prices in Multiple Currencies with this API

Metals-API provides developers with the tools they need to access accurate Ludhiana Gold 22k (LUDH-22k) prices in various currencies. This API not only offers the latest rates but also historical data, bid and ask prices, and much more, making it an invaluable resource for anyone involved in trading or investing in precious metals.

About Gold (XAU)

API Description

Metals-API Documentation. This resource provides comprehensive guidance on using the API effectively, including authentication, request formats, and response handling.

Key Features and Endpoints

Latest Rates Endpoint: Depending on your subscription plan, this endpoint returns real-time exchange rate data updated every 60 minutes, every 10 minutes, or even more frequently. This feature is crucial for traders who need to make quick decisions based on the latest market conditions.
Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical rates for most currencies dating back to 2019. By appending a specific date to your query, you can retrieve past data, which is essential for trend analysis and forecasting.
Bid And Ask Endpoint: This powerful feature allows you to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for metals, enabling traders to understand market dynamics better and make informed decisions.
Convert Endpoint: The API includes a currency conversion endpoint, allowing users to convert any amount from one currency to another. This is particularly useful for businesses operating in multiple regions.
Time-Series Endpoint: Query the API for daily historical rates between two dates of your choice. This feature is invaluable for analyzing trends over specific periods.
Fluctuation Endpoint: Retrieve information about how currencies fluctuate on a day-to-day basis, helping traders to understand market volatility.
Carat Endpoint: Get information about Gold rates by Carat. This feature is particularly useful for jewelers and businesses dealing in gold jewelry.
Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Query the API to get the lowest and highest price for a specific date range, which can aid in identifying market extremes.
Open/High/Low/Close (OHLC) Price Endpoint: This endpoint provides open, high, low, and close prices for a specific time period, essential for technical analysis.
Historical LME Endpoint: Access historical rates for LME symbols dating back to 2008, allowing for comprehensive market analysis.
API Key: Your unique API key is required to access the API's functionalities, ensuring secure and authorized usage.
API Response: Exchange rates are delivered relative to USD by default, with all data returned in JSON format for easy integration.
Available Endpoints: The API comes with a constantly updated endpoint returning all available currencies, ensuring you have access to the latest market data.
Gold Price India Endpoint: Retrieve the latest gold price in India using this dedicated endpoint, which is particularly useful for local traders.
News Endpoint: Stay updated with the latest news articles related to various metals, providing context to market movements.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754618442,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-08",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000482,
        "XAG": 0.03815,
        "XPT": 0.000912,
        "XPD": 0.000744,
        "XCU": 0.294118,
        "XAL": 0.434783,
        "XNI": 0.142857,
        "XZN": 0.344828
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Historical Rates Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754532042,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-07",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000485,
        "XAG": 0.03825,
        "XPT": 0.000915,
        "XPD": 0.000748
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Time-series Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-08-01",
    "end_date": "2025-08-08",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-08-01": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "2025-08-03": {
            "XAU": 0.000483,
            "XAG": 0.0382,
            "XPT": 0.000913
        },
        "2025-08-08": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815,
            "XPT": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Convert Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "XAU",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1754618442,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-08-01",
    "end_date": "2025-08-08",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "start_rate": 0.000485,
            "end_rate": 0.000482,
            "change": -3.0e-6,
            "change_pct": -0.62
        },
        "XAG": {
            "start_rate": 0.03825,
            "end_rate": 0.03815,
            "change": -0.0001,
            "change_pct": -0.26
        },
        "XPT": {
            "start_rate": 0.000915,
            "end_rate": 0.000912,
            "change": -3.0e-6,
            "change_pct": -0.33
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

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

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754618442,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-08",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "open": 0.000485,
            "high": 0.000487,
            "low": 0.000481,
            "close": 0.000482
        },
        "XAG": {
            "open": 0.03825,
            "high": 0.0383,
            "low": 0.0381,
            "close": 0.03815
        },
        "XPT": {
            "open": 0.000915,
            "high": 0.000918,
            "low": 0.00091,
            "close": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Bid/Ask Endpoint

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1754618442,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-08-08",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": {
            "bid": 0.000481,
            "ask": 0.000483,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        },
        "XAG": {
            "bid": 0.0381,
            "ask": 0.0382,
            "spread": 0.0001
        },
        "XPT": {
            "bid": 0.000911,
            "ask": 0.000913,
            "spread": 2.0e-6
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Conclusion

Metals-API Website and explore the Metals-API Supported Symbols for a complete list of available metals and currencies. The documentation is an invaluable resource for understanding how to implement these features effectively and optimize your applications for performance and security.

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Get Accurate Ludhiana Gold 22k (LUDH-22k) Prices in Multiple Currencies with this API