Get Gold Bid (XAU-BID) - Per Ounce historical data using this API

Get Gold Bid (XAU-BID) - Per Ounce Historical Data Using This API

In the ever-evolving landscape of precious metals trading, the ability to access real-time and historical data is paramount for developers and traders alike. The Gold Bid (XAU-BID) is a crucial metric for those involved in the gold market, providing insights into the current value of gold per ounce. Utilizing the Metals-API allows developers to seamlessly integrate this vital data into their applications, enhancing decision-making processes and trading strategies.

Metals-API Information

About Gold (XAU)

Gold, represented by the symbol XAU, has long been a cornerstone of the global economy, serving as a hedge against inflation and a safe haven during economic uncertainty. The digital transformation in precious metals trading has opened new avenues for data analytics and market insights. With the integration of technology in trading, developers can leverage innovative solutions for price discovery and digital asset management.

The Metals-API stands at the forefront of this transformation, offering a robust platform for accessing real-time and historical data on various metals, including gold. By harnessing the power of data analytics, traders can gain deeper insights into market trends, enabling them to make informed decisions based on accurate and timely information.

API Description

The Metals-API is designed to empower developers with the tools necessary to build next-generation applications that require real-time metals data. This API provides a comprehensive suite of features that facilitate the retrieval of exchange rates, historical data, and market fluctuations. With a focus on innovation and technological advancement, the Metals-API enables users to create applications that can adapt to the dynamic nature of the metals market.

For detailed information on how to utilize the API, developers can refer to the Metals-API Documentation, which outlines the various endpoints and their functionalities.

Key Features and Endpoints

The Metals-API offers a variety of endpoints that cater to different needs within the metals trading ecosystem. Here are some of the key features:

Latest Rates Endpoint: Depending on your subscription plan, this endpoint provides real-time exchange rate data updated every 60 minutes or even more frequently. This feature is essential for traders who require up-to-the-minute information to make quick decisions.
Historical Rates Endpoint: Access historical rates dating back to 2019 by appending a specific date to the API request. This feature is invaluable for analyzing past trends and making predictions based on historical data.
Bid And Ask Endpoint: This powerful feature allows users to retrieve real-time bid and ask prices for gold and other metals, providing insights into market liquidity and pricing dynamics.
Convert Endpoint: The Metals-API includes a currency conversion endpoint, enabling users to convert amounts between different metals or to/from USD. This is particularly useful for traders dealing in multiple currencies.
Time-Series Endpoint: Query the API for daily historical rates between two dates of your choice, allowing for in-depth analysis of price movements over time.
Fluctuation Endpoint: Retrieve information about how metal prices fluctuate on a day-to-day basis, helping traders understand market volatility.
Carat Endpoint: This endpoint provides information about gold rates by carat, allowing jewelers and traders to assess the value of gold based on purity.
Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint: Query the API to get the lowest and highest prices for a specified date, which is crucial for understanding 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, which is useful for traders focusing on industrial metals.
API Key: Each user is provided with a unique API key that must be included in requests to authenticate and authorize access to the API.
API Response: The API delivers exchange rates relative to USD by default, ensuring consistency in data interpretation.
Available Endpoints: The Metals-API provides a comprehensive list of endpoints, each designed to fulfill specific functionalities.
Supported Symbols Endpoint: This constantly updated endpoint returns all available currencies and metals, ensuring users have access to the latest information.
Gold Price India Endpoint: Retrieve the latest gold price in India using this dedicated endpoint, catering to regional market needs.
News Endpoint: Stay updated with the latest news articles related to various metals, providing context and insights into market movements.

List of Symbols

The Metals-API provides access to a comprehensive range of metal symbols. For a complete list of all supported symbols and their specifications, refer to the Metals-API Supported Symbols page.

API Endpoint Examples and Responses

Latest Rates Endpoint

Get real-time exchange rates for all available metals:

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1748502014,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-29",
    "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

Access historical exchange rates for any date since 1999:

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1748415614,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-28",
    "rates": {
        "XAU": 0.000485,
        "XAG": 0.03825,
        "XPT": 0.000915,
        "XPD": 0.000748
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Time-series Endpoint

Get exchange rates for a specific time period:

{
    "success": true,
    "timeseries": true,
    "start_date": "2025-05-22",
    "end_date": "2025-05-29",
    "base": "USD",
    "rates": {
        "2025-05-22": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "2025-05-24": {
            "XAU": 0.000483,
            "XAG": 0.0382,
            "XPT": 0.000913
        },
        "2025-05-29": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815,
            "XPT": 0.000912
        }
    },
    "unit": "per troy ounce"
}

Convert Endpoint

Convert any amount from one metal to another or to/from USD:

{
    "success": true,
    "query": {
        "from": "USD",
        "to": "XAU",
        "amount": 1000
    },
    "info": {
        "timestamp": 1748502014,
        "rate": 0.000482
    },
    "result": 0.482,
    "unit": "troy ounces"
}

Fluctuation Endpoint

Track rate fluctuations between two dates:

{
    "success": true,
    "fluctuation": true,
    "start_date": "2025-05-22",
    "end_date": "2025-05-29",
    "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) Endpoint

Get OHLC data for a specific time period:

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1748502014,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-29",
    "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

Get current bid and ask prices for metals:

{
    "success": true,
    "timestamp": 1748502014,
    "base": "USD",
    "date": "2025-05-29",
    "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

The Metals-API provides a comprehensive solution for accessing real-time and historical data on precious metals, particularly gold. With features like the latest rates, historical data, and bid/ask prices, developers can create sophisticated applications that enhance trading strategies and market analysis. By leveraging the power of data analytics and technology integration, traders can stay ahead in the competitive metals market.

For more information on how to implement these features and to explore the full capabilities of the API, visit the Metals-API Documentation. Additionally, for a complete list of supported symbols, check out the Metals-API Supported Symbols page. Embrace the future of precious metals trading with the innovative solutions offered by the Metals-API Website.

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Get Gold Bid (XAU-BID) - Per Ounce historical data using this API