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21K Gold Rate in Dubai Today
21 karat (87.5% pure) gold price per gram, 10 grams and tola in AED.
The 21K gold rate in Dubai today is AED 446.25 per gram (estimated retail rate). The international spot equivalent is AED 430.42 per gram. Updated 17 Oct 2026, 5:42 AM GST.
21K gold price by weight
Dubai retail rate and international spot value in AED.
| Weight | Dubai retail (est.) (AED) | Spot value (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 gram | 446.25 | 430.42 |
| 10 grams | 4,462.50 | 4,304.20 |
| 1 tola | 5,204.97 | 5,020.33 |
| 1 troy ounce | 13,880 | 13,388 |
| 100 grams | 44,625 | 43,042 |
| 1 kilogram | 446,250 | 430,420 |
About 21K gold
21K gold is 87.5% pure. It is the traditional karat for Arabic and Emirati jewellery, with a deep yellow colour and good durability.
If you are buying Arabic designs or gold sets for weddings, 21K is the usual choice. When selling used 21K gold, jewellers pay their own buying price, which is below the retail rate shown here.
Prices on this page are per gram before making charges and VAT. See how we calculate them.
| Karat | Dubai retail (est.) | Spot value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K24 Karat99.9% pure | 502.75 | 491.41 | +0.50 (+0.10%) |
| 22K22 Karat91.6% pure | 465.50 | 450.59 | +0.50 (+0.11%) |
| 21K21 Karat87.5% pure | 446.25 | 430.42 | +0.50 (+0.11%) |
| 18K18 Karat75% pure | 382.50 | 368.93 | +0.25 (+0.07%) |
Gold price calculator
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21K rate: last 7 days
| Date | 24K | 22K | 21K | 18K | Spot USD/oz |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 17 Oct 2026* | 502.75 | 465.50 | 446.25 | 382.50 | 4,166.10 |
| Fri 16 Oct 2026* | 502.25 | 465.00 | 445.75 | 382.25 | 4,161.30 |
| Thu 15 Oct 2026* | 502.00 | 464.75 | 445.75 | 382.00 | 4,160.90 |
| Wed 14 Oct 2026* | 495.00 | 458.25 | 439.50 | 376.75 | 4,102.00 |
| Tue 13 Oct 2026* | 502.75 | 465.50 | 446.25 | 382.50 | 4,165.90 |
* Estimated retail rate, last price of the day (AED per gram).
Frequently asked questions
What is the 21K gold rate in Dubai today?
The 21K gold rate in Dubai today is AED 446.25 per gram (estimated retail rate). The international spot equivalent is AED 430.42 per gram. Updated 17 Oct 2026, 5:42 AM GST.
Is the 21K gold rate the same in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah?
How much is 1 tola of 21K gold?
Is 21K gold popular in the UAE?
How much is a 21K gold pound (8 g)?
Why 21K is the Gulf’s favourite
21K gold has long been the standard for Arabic and Emirati jewellery, from wedding sets to gold pounds and traditional necklaces. It is slightly harder than 22K and has a deep yellow colour. If you search in Arabic you will find most local buyers ask for the 21K rate: see our Arabic 21K page.
21K compared with other karats
| Karat | Purity | Hallmark | Typical use in the UAE | Rate today (AED/g) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 99.9% | 999 / 995 | Bars, coins, plain pieces | 502.75 |
| 22K | 91.6% | 916 | Bangles, chains, South Asian wedding sets | 465.50 |
| 21K | 87.5% | 875 | Arabic and Emirati jewellery, gold pounds | 446.25 |
| 18K | 75% | 750 | Diamond-set rings, watches, everyday pieces | 382.50 |
What a 21K jewellery piece costs today
Here is a worked example for a 10 g piece of 21K gold with a making charge of AED 20 per gram, at today’s rate:
| Item | Amount (AED) |
|---|---|
| Gold value (10 g × AED 446.25) | 4,462.50 |
| Making charge (AED 20 per gram) | 200.00 |
| VAT at 5% | 233.13 |
| Estimated total | 4,895.63 |
Change the weight and making charge in the calculator above to price your own piece.
Buying 21K gold in the UAE
- Check for the 875 hallmark.
- 21K gold pounds (coins of about 8 g) are a popular gift. Their price is the gold value plus a small making charge.
- Making charges on Arabic designs vary with the workmanship. Compare between shops in the Gold Souk.
- Ask for an itemised invoice with weight, rate, making charge and VAT.
How to check 21K purity
Gold sold in the UAE is marked with its purity in parts per thousand. For 21K, look for 875. You can ask the shop to test the piece, and reputable jewellers will show you the hallmark under a loupe. The invoice should state the karat too.
Selling used 21K gold
Used 21K gold is bought by weight at the shop’s buying price, which is below the retail rate. Making charges are not refunded, so jewellery bought recently with a high making charge will sell for noticeably less than you paid. Our selling estimator helps you compare offers.
Prices are for information only and may differ from in-store prices. Not investment advice. Dhahab Today is independent and not affiliated with the Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group or any jeweller.