Gold Karat Prices Today in Australia By Karat (24, 22, 21, 18)
Gold karat prices in Australia for all karats (24, 22, 21, 18) in Dollar — updated every minute with interactive charts.
What is the gold price per karat today in Australia?
The price of 21K gold per gram in Australia today is approximately — Dollar, and 24K is approximately 6,000 Dollar. The full karat comparison table is shown below.
Gold prices today in Australia by carat
| Carat | Price |
|---|---|
| 24 Karat Gold Price | 6,000 Dollar |
| 22 Karat Gold Price | 5,500 Dollar |
| 18 Karat Gold Price | 4,500 Dollar |
| 14 Karat Gold Price | 3,500 Dollar |
Gold prices in Australia start today at 5,999.91 Dollar per gram for 24 karat and step down to 3,499.95 Dollar for 14 karat — a spread of 2,499.96 Dollar per gram between the highest and lowest karats.
Gold prices by karat over last 30 days Australia
| Date |
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Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Wednesday
17/06
|
6,182 Dollar | 5,666 Dollar | 4,636 Dollar | 3,606 Dollar |
+1.3%
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Tuesday
16/06
|
6,105 Dollar | 5,597 Dollar | 4,579 Dollar | 3,561 Dollar |
+0.5%
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Monday
15/06
|
6,077 Dollar | 5,571 Dollar | 4,558 Dollar | 3,545 Dollar |
+1.9%
|
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Sunday
14/06
|
5,965 Dollar | 5,468 Dollar | 4,474 Dollar | 3,480 Dollar |
-0.4%
|
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Saturday
13/06
|
5,987 Dollar | 5,488 Dollar | 4,490 Dollar | 3,493 Dollar |
+0.1%
|
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Friday
12/06
|
5,984 Dollar | 5,486 Dollar | 4,488 Dollar | 3,491 Dollar |
+4.1%
|
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Thursday
11/06
|
5,748 Dollar | 5,269 Dollar | 4,311 Dollar | 3,353 Dollar |
-4.7%
|
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Wednesday
10/06
|
6,029 Dollar | 5,527 Dollar | 4,522 Dollar | 3,517 Dollar |
-1.9%
|
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Tuesday
09/06
|
6,145 Dollar | 5,633 Dollar | 4,608 Dollar | 3,584 Dollar |
-0.4%
|
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Monday
08/06
|
6,170 Dollar | 5,656 Dollar | 4,627 Dollar | 3,599 Dollar |
+0.6%
|
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Sunday
07/06
|
6,133 Dollar | 5,622 Dollar | 4,600 Dollar | 3,578 Dollar |
-0.2%
|
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Saturday
06/06
|
6,144 Dollar | 5,632 Dollar | 4,608 Dollar | 3,584 Dollar |
-2.9%
|
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Friday
05/06
|
6,326 Dollar | 5,799 Dollar | 4,745 Dollar | 3,690 Dollar |
+1.2%
|
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Thursday
04/06
|
6,254 Dollar | 5,733 Dollar | 4,690 Dollar | 3,648 Dollar |
-0.4%
|
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Wednesday
03/06
|
6,277 Dollar | 5,754 Dollar | 4,708 Dollar | 3,662 Dollar |
+0.6%
|
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Tuesday
02/06
|
6,239 Dollar | 5,719 Dollar | 4,679 Dollar | 3,639 Dollar |
-1.6%
|
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Monday
01/06
|
6,343 Dollar | 5,814 Dollar | 4,757 Dollar | 3,700 Dollar |
+0.4%
|
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Sunday
31/05
|
6,318 Dollar | 5,792 Dollar | 4,739 Dollar | 3,686 Dollar |
0.0%
|
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Saturday
30/05
|
6,318 Dollar | 5,792 Dollar | 4,739 Dollar | 3,686 Dollar |
+1.0%
|
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Friday
29/05
|
6,259 Dollar | 5,737 Dollar | 4,694 Dollar | 3,651 Dollar |
+0.8%
|
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Thursday
28/05
|
6,212 Dollar | 5,694 Dollar | 4,659 Dollar | 3,624 Dollar |
-2.0%
|
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Wednesday
27/05
|
6,342 Dollar | 5,813 Dollar | 4,756 Dollar | 3,699 Dollar |
0.0%
|
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Tuesday
26/05
|
6,343 Dollar | 5,814 Dollar | 4,757 Dollar | 3,700 Dollar |
-0.6%
|
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Monday
25/05
|
6,378 Dollar | 5,847 Dollar | 4,784 Dollar | 3,721 Dollar |
+1.3%
|
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Sunday
24/05
|
6,299 Dollar | 5,774 Dollar | 4,724 Dollar | 3,674 Dollar |
-0.5%
|
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Saturday
23/05
|
6,327 Dollar | 5,800 Dollar | 4,745 Dollar | 3,691 Dollar |
-0.6%
|
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Friday
22/05
|
6,362 Dollar | 5,832 Dollar | 4,772 Dollar | 3,711 Dollar |
0.0%
|
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Thursday
21/05
|
6,363 Dollar | 5,833 Dollar | 4,772 Dollar | 3,712 Dollar |
+1.3%
|
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Wednesday
20/05
|
6,279 Dollar | 5,756 Dollar | 4,709 Dollar | 3,663 Dollar |
-2.7%
|
Gold carat explanation:
- 24 Karat — Purest gold : 99.9% purity — for investment and bullion
- 22 Karat — For luxury jewelry : 91.6% purity
- 18 Karat — For daily use : 75% purity and modern designs
- 14 Karat (585) — Affordable & durable : 58.5% purity — popular in Europe and the Americas
Tip: The higher the carat, the higher the price and purity
Data order: Prices ordered from newest (yesterday) to oldest
What Is the Difference Between Gold Karats?
Gold purity is measured using the "karat" system, which defines the proportion of pure gold in the alloy or piece. The higher the karat, the purer the gold. 24 karat has the highest purity at 99.9% and is typically used for making gold bullion.
While 21 karat and 18 karat are the most common in the jewelry market. 21K contains 87.5% gold and is preferred for traditional jewelry, while 18K at 75% is used for modern jewelry due to its durability and color variety.
The price of each karat differs based on its gold content, manufacturing cost, and local and global market demand. Understanding the differences between karats before purchasing is important.
How to Choose the Right Gold Karat?
Choosing the right karat depends on your purpose. 24 karat is the purest and is used for gold bullion.
If you're looking for durable jewelry suitable for daily use, 21 karat is the best choice. While 18 karat is ideal for modern jewelry known for its design and durability.
For budget-friendly or temporary use, you can consider karats like 14 karat or even 12 karat, noting they have lower resale value.
Tips Before Buying Gold by Karat
- Define your goal: The right karat varies by purpose: bullion (24K), daily jewelry (21K or 18K).
- Verify the karat: Check the karat stamp on the piece and deal with reputable shops.
- Watch for making charges: The gram price may have "making charges" added, especially for 21K and 18K jewelry.
- Track prices daily: Use trusted sites like ZahabPrice for real-time prices.
- Keep the receipt: It shows weight, karat, and price — making resale or appraisal easier later.
Karat Comparison
| Karat | Gold Content | Common Uses |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Karat | 99.9% | Used for making gold bullion |
| 22 Karat | 91.6% | Suitable for high-quality luxury jewelry |
| 21 Karat | 87.5% | Very popular for traditional jewelry and Egyptian gold |
| 20K | 83.3% | Used in some jewelry types in European countries |
| 18 Karat | 75% | Popular for modern jewelry due to hardness and color variety |
| 14K | 58.5% | Used in budget and mid-range jewelry |
| 12K | 50% | Rarely used, made into simple jewelry |
| 10K | 41.7% | Common in America and western countries for durability and low cost |
| 9K | 37.5% | Common in Britain and Australia as a low-cost option |
| 8K | 33.3% | Occasionally used in some East Asian countries for simple accessories |