Get Gold (XAU) prices using this API for historical data retrieval

Get Gold (XAU) Prices Using This API for Historical Data Retrieval

Metals-API provides a robust solution for retrieving historical and current price data. This blog post delves into the features of the Metals-API, exploring how it empowers developers to integrate gold pricing data into their applications, and the transformative potential of real-time metals data.

Metals-API Information

About Gold (XAU)

API Description

Metals-API is designed to provide developers with comprehensive access to metals pricing data. Its capabilities extend beyond mere retrieval of current prices; it offers a suite of endpoints that cater to various needs, from historical data analysis to real-time trading insights. This API empowers developers to build next-generation applications that leverage the latest in technology and data analytics.

Key Features and Endpoints

Latest Rates Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "timestamp": 1755313226,
        "base": "USD",
        "date": "2025-08-16",
        "rates": {
            "XAU": 0.000482,
            "XAG": 0.03815,
            "XPT": 0.000912,
            "XPD": 0.000744
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Historical Rates Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "timestamp": 1755226826,
        "base": "USD",
        "date": "2025-08-15",
        "rates": {
            "XAU": 0.000485,
            "XAG": 0.03825,
            "XPT": 0.000915
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Bid And Ask Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "timestamp": 1755313226,
        "base": "USD",
        "date": "2025-08-16",
        "rates": {
            "XAU": {
                "bid": 0.000481,
                "ask": 0.000483,
                "spread": 2.0e-6
            }
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Convert Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "query": {
            "from": "USD",
            "to": "XAU",
            "amount": 1000
        },
        "info": {
            "timestamp": 1755313226,
            "rate": 0.000482
        },
        "result": 0.482,
        "unit": "troy ounces"
    }

Time-Series Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "timeseries": true,
        "start_date": "2025-08-09",
        "end_date": "2025-08-16",
        "base": "USD",
        "rates": {
            "2025-08-09": {
                "XAU": 0.000485
            },
            "2025-08-11": {
                "XAU": 0.000483
            },
            "2025-08-16": {
                "XAU": 0.000482
            }
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Fluctuation Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "fluctuation": true,
        "start_date": "2025-08-09",
        "end_date": "2025-08-16",
        "base": "USD",
        "rates": {
            "XAU": {
                "start_rate": 0.000485,
                "end_rate": 0.000482,
                "change": -3.0e-6,
                "change_pct": -0.62
            }
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

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

{
        "success": true,
        "timestamp": 1755313226,
        "base": "USD",
        "date": "2025-08-16",
        "rates": {
            "XAU": {
                "open": 0.000485,
                "high": 0.000487,
                "low": 0.000481,
                "close": 0.000482
            }
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Lowest/Highest Price Endpoint

{
        "success": true,
        "timestamp": 1755313226,
        "base": "USD",
        "date": "2025-08-16",
        "rates": {
            "XAU": {
                "lowest": 0.000481,
                "highest": 0.000487
            }
        },
        "unit": "per troy ounce"
    }

Historical LME Endpoint

API Key and Response

Supported Symbols Endpoint

Metals-API Supported Symbols page.

Gold Price India Endpoint

News Endpoint

Conclusion

Metals-API Documentation and explore the various endpoints available. Whether you are a seasoned trader or a developer looking to build the next big financial application, the Metals-API provides the tools you need to succeed in the dynamic world of precious metals trading.