Live 21K gold rate (87.50% pure), by weight.
| Weight | 21K Value (USD) |
|---|---|
| Per Gram | $ 123.59 |
| Per 10 Gram | $ 1,235.95 |
| Per Tola | $ 1,441.58 |
| Per Ounce | $ 3,844.22 |
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 $ 4,393.40 per ounce, pure gold works out to $ 141.25 per gram. Because 21K gold is 87.50% pure, its per-gram value is $ 141.25 × 0.875 = $ 123.59.
The hallmark stamp shows fineness — for example “916” means 91.6% pure (22K) and “750” means 75% (18K). See the full gold purity guide.
| Karat | Purity | Hallmark | Common use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K Gold (24K) | 100.0% | 999 | Coins, bars & investment bullion |
| 22K Gold (22K) | 91.6% | 916 | Bridal & investment jewelry (India, Gulf) |
| 21K Gold (21K) | 87.5% | 875 | Everyday jewelry (Middle East, North Africa) |
| 18K Gold (18K) | 75.0% | 750 | Fine & designer jewelry (Europe, US) |
| 14K Gold (14K) | 58.5% | 585 | Everyday fine jewelry (US standard) |
| 10K Gold (10K) | 41.7% | 417 | Durable, budget jewelry (US minimum) |
| 9K Gold (9K) | 37.5% | 375 | Everyday jewelry (UK minimum) |
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.