What is the 21K gold rate today?

21K gold is currently trading at an indicative AED 446.53 per gram in the UAE.

What does the 875 hallmark mean?

A 875 hallmark indicates 87.5% gold purity, certifying the proportion of pure gold in the item.

Is 21K gold a good choice for jewellery?

That depends on your priorities — everyday and gifting jewellery are common for 21K gold, balancing purity with practical considerations like durability.

How is 21K gold value calculated?

Multiply the item’s weight in grams by the current 21K per-gram rate. Use the calculator above for an instant estimate.

How does 21K 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 21K rate the same across UAE emirates?

Yes — FinShark shows a single indicative UAE-wide rate, so the 21K price is the same across all seven emirates.

Why does jewellery cost more than the 21K gold rate?

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

21 Karat Gold · 87.5% Purity

21K Gold Price Today in UAE

AED 446.53 /g

Updated 16 September 2026, 08:59 GST

21K gold contains about 87.5% pure gold, balancing purity, durability and everyday wearability.

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Calculate 21K Gold Value

Purity

Weight

Unit

Estimated Gold Value

AED 446.53

1 g · 21K Gold

Current indicative rate: AED 446.53/g

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

21K Gold Rate by Weight

Weight	21K Price
1 gram	AED 446.53
2 grams	AED 893.06
5 grams	AED 2,232.65
8 grams	AED 3,572.24
10 grams	AED 4,465.30
20 grams	AED 8,930.60
50 grams	AED 22,326.50
100 grams	AED 44,653.00
1 Tola	AED 5,208.24
1 Troy Ounce	AED 13,888.64
1 Kilogram	AED 446,530.00

21K Gold Across UAE Emirates

Indicative gold rates are shown consistently across UAE emirates, so the 21K price is the same across all emirates below.

21K Gold Rate in Dubai

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21K Gold Rate in Abu Dhabi

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21K Gold Rate in Sharjah

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21K Gold Rate in Ajman

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21K Gold Rate in Ras Al Khaimah

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21K Gold Rate in Fujairah

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21K Gold Rate in Umm Al Quwain

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What Does 21K Gold Mean?

21K gold, hallmarked 875, is widely sold across UAE jewellery markets. It offers a balance between purity and durability for everyday wear.

The 875 Hallmark

An 875 hallmark certifies approximately 87.5% gold purity, a common everyday standard across regional jewellery markets.

How the 21K Price Is Calculated

The 21K 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

everyday and gifting jewellery.

21K 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 21K 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.