21K, 22K or 24K gold: what the numbers mean
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How pure each karat is, why jewellery is made in 21K and 22K, and how the purity changes the price.
How pure is 24K gold?
24K is pure gold, 99.9%. It is soft, so it is used for bars and coins rather than everyday jewellery.
How pure is 22K gold?
22K is 22 parts gold in 24, about 91.6%, often stamped 916. The rest is other metals that make it harder.
How pure is 21K gold?
21K is 21 parts gold in 24, 87.5%, often stamped 875. It is harder than 22K and holds fine work and stones well.
Which karat is cheaper?
Per gram, the lower the karat the cheaper, because there is less gold in it. A 21K piece costs about 21/24 of the 24K rate for its gold.
| Purity | Gold in it | Per tola today | Per gram |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 99.9% | Rs 399,800 | Rs 34,276 |
| 22K | 91.7% | Rs 366,400 | Rs 31,413 |
| 21K | 87.5% | Rs 349,800 | Rs 29,990 |