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Live 21K gold rate (87.50% pure), by weight.
| Weight | 21K Value (USD) |
|---|---|
| Per Gram | $ 121.72 |
| Per 10 Gram | $ 1,217.18 |
| Per Tola | $ 1,419.70 |
| Per Ounce | $ 3,785.86 |
21K gold is 87.5% pure and especially popular in the Middle East and parts of North Africa. It offers a slightly harder, more affordable alternative to 22K while keeping a strong gold colour.
The rates below show 21K value by weight at the live spot price.
Gold trades per troy ounce (31.1035 g). At the current 24K spot price of $ 4,326.70 per ounce, pure gold works out to $ 139.11 per gram. Because 21K gold is 87.50% pure, its per-gram value is $ 139.11 × 0.875 = $ 121.72.
The hallmark stamp shows fineness — for example “916” means 91.6% pure (22K) and “750” means 75% (18K).
| Karat | Purity | Hallmark | Value vs 24K |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K Gold (24K) | 100.0% | 999 | 100.0% |
| 22K Gold (22K) | 91.6% | 916 | 91.6% |
| 21K Gold (21K) | 87.5% | 875 | 87.5% |
| 18K Gold (18K) | 75.0% | 750 | 75.0% |
21K is especially popular in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Egypt, where gold souks quote it daily. It sits neatly between 22K and 18K, offering a strong gold colour at a slightly lower price, which makes it a favourite for everyday chains and bangles in the region.
22K holds more gold (91.6% vs 87.5%) and a deeper colour, so it retains slightly more resale value. 21K is a touch harder and a little cheaper. For maximum value choose 22K; for everyday durability at a lower price, 21K is a sensible middle ground.
21 karat gold is 87.5% pure, with the rest alloyed for strength. It is common in Gulf and North African jewelry markets.
21K has slightly less gold (87.5% vs 91.6%), making it a little harder and cheaper while still rich in colour.
Multiply the 24K spot price by 0.875, since 21K gold is 87.5% pure.