What does 1 kilogram of gold look like?
1 kilogram of gold is a small, dense block about the size of a large egg. It weighs 2.2 lb (1 kg) and takes up only 3.5 tbsp (51.8 mL) of space.
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Volume
Weighs 2.2 lb (1 kg)
about the size of a large egg
- Weight
- 2.2 lb (1 kg)
- As one piece
- 1.84 in (4.66 cm) × 1.41 in (3.57 cm) × 1.22 in (3.11 cm)
- Density
- 19.3 g/mL
Density estimated by AI from typical values. Gold typically ranges 19–19.3 g/mL depending on how it's packed. A firmly packed scoop weighs more.
Questions people ask
- What are the dimensions of this piece of gold?
- As one solid piece, it is about 1.84 in (4.66 cm) long, 1.41 in (3.57 cm) deep and 1.22 in (3.11 cm) tall.
- How does the volume compare to common kitchen measurements?
- The volume is 10.5 teaspoons, 3.5 tablespoons, or 0.219 cups.
- Why is it so small for its weight?
- Gold has a typical density of 19.3 g/mL, which means it is extremely heavy for its size.