21K Gold Rate in Pakistan Today
Live, real-time rates for 21 Karat Gold (87.50% purity) per tola, 10 grams, and 1 gram.
Purity & Characteristics
21 Karat gold is widely praised for its balance. It offers a slightly harder structure than 22K while still maintaining a high precious metal concentration, ideal for daily wear ornaments.
87.50% Pure Gold
87.50% Pure Gold, 12.50% Alloys
Modern everyday jewelry, lighter chains, designer bangles.
Good. Excellent resistance to daily scratching and deformation.
Frequently Asked Questions (21K Gold)
How is the price of 21K gold calculated in Pakistan?
The price of 21K gold is computed by taking the base 24K price (Karachi benchmark) and scaling it by the purity coefficient (multiplier of 87.50%). Local taxes or dealer markups may apply at the point of sale.
Why does 21K gold have making charges (Mazdoori)?
Making charges represent the manual labor, intricate craftsmanship, and design execution fees added by jewelers. While bullion gold bars (24K) have close to zero making fees, ornaments made of 21K gold typically feature making charges of 8% to 15%.
Purity Grade Scale
Gold purity is measured on a scale of 24 parts. 24 Karat is 100% gold, whereas 22 Karat is 22 parts gold and 2 parts other alloys, giving it enhanced resistance to bending.