What is 21K Gold worth today?
21K Gold melt
21K · 87.5%21K Gold melt value
$1,223.09
10 g of 21K Gold · at $4,347.70/oz gold · updated Sep 12, 2026
Melt value is the worth of the gold content alone. A finished piece with stones, a maker's mark, or good condition is often worth more.
See if it's worth more21K Gold is 87.5% pure. At today’s gold price that is $122.31 per gram. Enter a weight to see what your piece holds in metal.
How 21K Gold value is calculated
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- Gold price updated Sep 12, 2026
21K gold is 87.5% pure, common in Middle Eastern and South Asian jewelry. Multiply the weight in grams by 0.875 and by the current gold price per gram for its melt value. Enter a weight, or get a free jewelry appraisal from a photo in under 60 seconds.
Today's 21K Gold value
21K Gold price by weight
Melt value of 21K Gold at common weights, at today's live gold price.
| Weight of 21K Gold | Melt value |
|---|---|
| 1 gram | $122.31 |
| 5 grams | $611.55 |
| 10 grams | $1,223.09 |
| 1 dwt (pennyweight) | $190.21 |
| 1 troy ounce | $3,804.24 |
Other gold karats
What an appraisal adds
Stones, a maker's mark, brand, and condition all lift resale value above the metal. A photo-based estimate weighs each of them against comparable sales.
Common questions
21K Gold questions
How do I calculate what my gold is worth?⌄
Multiply the weight in grams by the purity for its karat (for example 0.583 for 14K) and by the current gold price per gram. This gives the melt value, which is the value of the pure gold content.
Does karat change how much my gold is worth?⌄
Yes. Karat measures purity, so a higher karat means more pure gold by weight and a higher melt value. 24K is 99.9% pure, while 14K is 58.3% pure.
Is melt value the same as what my jewelry is worth?⌄
Melt value is the value of the gold content alone and acts as a floor. A finished piece can be worth more once craftsmanship, brand, age, and any stones are considered. A free jewelry appraisal weighs all of these.
How accurate is a free photo-based appraisal?⌄
A photo appraisal reads the karat stamp, style, and condition to value your piece against comparable sales. It is a strong starting point and takes under 60 seconds, though a hands-on appraisal can confirm exact weight and purity.
Your 21K Gold is worth more than its metal.
Melt counts the gold and stops there. A full estimate weighs the stones, the maker, and the condition too. A few photos, under 60 seconds, free.