Price of 10 Gram Gold in India
How to calculate gold price
Want to figure out gold price yourself? Here's how you do it step by step. First, weigh your gold in grams using a jeweller's scale—say you have 10 grams of a necklace. Next, check its purity: is it 24K (pure), 22K (91.6% gold), or lower? This matters big time for value.
Then grab today's market rate per gram from sites or local shops—it changes with global demand or rupee swings. Multiply weight by purity (like 10g × 0.916 for 22K = 9.16g pure gold). Now multiply that by the rate per gram for the base value. Additionally, consider any additional charges or premiums, such as manufacturing costs or dealer fees, which may influence the final price. This comprehensive approach ensures an accurate assessment of the gold's worth in the market.
Tips to calculate gold price for jewellery
Calculating the price of gold for jewellery involves several key factors. Firstly, determine the purity of the gold, typically measured in carats.
Here are a few essential steps to calculate the price of gold:
- Determine purity and weight: Identify the carat purity of the gold jewellery, commonly ranging from 9 to 24 carats, and weigh the item accurately in grams.
- Check market gold price: Stay updated with the current market price of gold per gram, which fluctuates based on various factors like demand, geopolitical tensions, and economic indicators.
- Calculate intrinsic value: Multiply the weight of the jewellery by its purity percentage (in decimal form) and the current gold price to find the intrinsic value of the gold in the piece.
However, it is advisable to beware of any extra charges or markups applied by the jeweller for craftsmanship, brand value, or other factors.
To further simplify the process, you can use the gold rate calculator on our gold rate page. It is an online tool providing instant access to real-time gold prices, ensuring accurate assessments for your jewellery transactions.
What role does gold purity have in the cost of gold jewellery?
The purity of gold significantly influences the cost of gold jewellery. Gold purity is measured in carats, with 24-carat gold being the purest form. Jewellery made from higher purity gold commands a higher price due to its intrinsic value and rarity. Conversely, jewellery crafted from lower purity gold, such as 9 or 14 carats, is more affordable as it contains a lower percentage of pure gold mixed with other metals. Additionally, higher purity gold tends to exhibit a richer colour and luster, further enhancing its aesthetic appeal and value. Consumers often consider both the purity of gold and its associated price when making purchasing decisions, balancing their preferences with budgetary considerations. Ultimately, the purity of gold jewellery serves as a key determinant of its cost, reflecting both its material composition and market demand.
Pro tip: Make the most of your hallmarked gold by putting its verified purity to work. Check your gold loan eligibility with Bajaj Finance today and access quick funds against your jewellery with complete transparency and security.
Latest RBI updates
Section | Parameter | Applicable Details |
Eligibility Criteria | Gold purity accepted | 18-22 Karat for jewellery and ornaments |
24 karat for gold coins | ||
Eligible collateral types | Gold ornaments, jewellery, and coins | |
Eligible limit for each collateral type | Ornaments | Total pledged weight across all loans must not exceed 1 kilogram |
Gold coins | The total weight of gold coins pledged cannot be more than 50 grams. | |
Gold Jewellery | As per maximum loan amount. | |
Overall exposure limit | The total loan exposure across ornaments, jewellery, and gold coins together must not exceed the maximum loan limit of Rs. 2 crore. | |
Collateral protection
| Any loss, damage, or discrepancy in the quantity or purity of your pledged gold identified during audit, return, or auction will be recorded and promptly communicated to you or your legal heirs. The reimbursement or compensation process, as per company policy and SOP, will be clearly explained. Delays in collateral release due to lender fault will attract compensation of ₹5,000 per day. | |
Gold loan renewal | Renewal parameter | You can request renewal of your gold loan before maturity if it remains in standard status and within permissible LTV limits. This facility is available only to existing customers. For bullet repayment loans, accrued interest must be cleared. Renewals are subject to credit checks, fresh applicable charges, and are not allowed after maturity. |
Gold loan top up | Top up parameter | Top-up is allowed before maturity, subject to regulatory LTV limits, credit assessment, and customer eligibility. Fresh fees and charges apply. Top-up after maturity is not permitted, even if dues are outstanding. Top up facility is available only to existing users. |
LTV (Loan to Value) | For loans up to Rs.2.5 lakh | 85% |
For loans between more than Rs.2.5 lakh to Rs.5 lakh | 80% | |
For loans from more than Rs. 5lakh to Rs. 2 crore | 75% | |
Gold Value | Evaluation parameter | As per the latest guidelines, gold loans are offered against specific purity of gold jewellery, ornaments and gold coins, valued using lower of the average closing price for your gold's specific purity over the last 30 days or the previous day's closing price, as published by IBJA or a SEBI-regulated commodity exchange, within prescribed limits and subject to KYC and timely repayment. |
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