What is the 18K gold rate today?

18K gold is currently trading at an indicative AED 382.74 per gram in the UAE.

What does the 750 hallmark mean?

A 750 hallmark indicates 75.0% gold purity, certifying the proportion of pure gold in the item.

Is 18K gold a good choice for jewellery?

That depends on your priorities — diamond-set and gem-set jewellery, watches, everyday pieces are common for 18K gold, balancing purity with practical considerations like durability.

How is 18K gold value calculated?

Multiply the item’s weight in grams by the current 18K per-gram rate. Use the calculator above for an instant estimate.

How does 18K gold compare to other karats?

See the comparison table above for purity, common uses and current indicative rates across 24K, 22K, 21K and 18K gold.

Is the 18K rate the same across UAE emirates?

Yes — FinShark shows a single indicative UAE-wide rate, so the 18K price is the same across all seven emirates.

Why does jewellery cost more than the 18K gold rate?

Jewellers typically add making charges, design premiums, VAT and other costs on top of the indicative metal value shown here.

18 Karat Gold · 75.0% Purity

18K Gold Price Today in UAE

AED 382.74 /g

Updated 16 September 2026, 08:59 GST

18K gold contains 75% pure gold alloyed with metals such as copper, silver or palladium, giving it added strength.

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Calculate 18K Gold Value

Purity

Weight

Unit

Estimated Gold Value

AED 382.74

1 g · 18K Gold

Current indicative rate: AED 382.74/g

Estimated metal value based on the current indicative gold rate. Retail jewellery prices may include additional charges.

18K Gold Rate by Weight

Weight	18K Price
1 gram	AED 382.74
2 grams	AED 765.48
5 grams	AED 1,913.70
8 grams	AED 3,061.92
10 grams	AED 3,827.40
20 grams	AED 7,654.80
50 grams	AED 19,137.00
100 grams	AED 38,274.00
1 Tola	AED 4,464.20
1 Troy Ounce	AED 11,904.54
1 Kilogram	AED 382,740.00

18K Gold Across UAE Emirates

Indicative gold rates are shown consistently across UAE emirates, so the 18K price is the same across all emirates below.

18K Gold Rate in Dubai

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18K Gold Rate in Abu Dhabi

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18K Gold Rate in Sharjah

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18K Gold Rate in Ajman

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18K Gold Rate in Ras Al Khaimah

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18K Gold Rate in Fujairah

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18K Gold Rate in Umm Al Quwain

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What Does 18K Gold Mean?

18K gold, hallmarked 750, contains 75% pure gold. Depending on the alloy used, it can appear as yellow, white or rose gold, and is commonly used in gem-set jewellery and watches.

The 750 Hallmark

A 750 hallmark certifies 75% gold purity. The added alloy content improves durability, which is why 18K is popular for gem-set and everyday-wear pieces.

How the 18K Price Is Calculated

The 18K rate is the current per-gram indicative price shown above. Multiply it by an item's weight in grams to estimate its metal value, or use the calculator above for other units.

Common Uses

diamond-set and gem-set jewellery, watches, everyday pieces.

18K Compared to Other Karats

Gold Type	Purity	Common Uses	Current Rate
24K Gold Investment bars & coins	approx. 99.9%	Investment bars & coins	AED 509.81 /g
22K Gold Traditional & bridal jewellery	approx. 91.6%	Traditional & bridal jewellery	AED 467.45 /g
21K Gold Everyday & gifting jewellery	approx. 87.5%	Everyday & gifting jewellery	AED 446.53 /g
18K Gold Gem-set jewellery & watches	approx. 75.0%	Gem-set jewellery & watches	AED 382.74 /g

Gold Rate vs. Jewellery Price

The 18K rate above reflects the metal's indicative market value only. Jewellers typically add making charges, design premiums, VAT and other applicable costs on top — so an in-store quote will usually differ from this rate.

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Gold rates shown are indicative and provided for informational purposes only. Actual retail prices may vary by jeweller and may include making charges, taxes and other applicable charges. FinShark does not buy or sell gold and does not provide investment advice.