What is another word for customs gold unit?
Pronunciation: [kˈʌstəmz ɡˈə͡ʊld jˈuːnɪt] (IPA) 
Customs gold unit is a term that refers to the weight measurement used for gold and other precious metals in international trade. Some synonyms that can be used to refer to this unit include troy ounce, t oz, gold ounce and fine gold ounce. The troy ounce is the most commonly used unit of measurement for gold, and is internationally recognized. The term is derived from the weight system used in Troyes, France during the Middle Ages. Other units that are used in place of customs gold unit include grams and kilograms, although these units are not commonly used in the international gold trade. Regardless of the unit used, the price of gold is determined by the purity of the metal and the weight.
