What is the gold price per karat today in Canada?
The price of 21K gold per gram in Canada today is approximately — Dollar, and 24K is approximately 5,802 Dollar. The full karat comparison table is shown below.
Gold prices today in Canada by carat
| Carat | Price |
|---|---|
| 24 Karat Gold Price | 5,802 Dollar |
| 22 Karat Gold Price | 5,319 Dollar |
| 18 Karat Gold Price | 4,352 Dollar |
| 14 Karat Gold Price | 3,385 Dollar |
Gold prices in Canada start today at 5,802.28 Dollar per gram for 24 karat and step down to 3,384.66 Dollar for 14 karat — a spread of 2,417.62 Dollar per gram between the highest and lowest karats.
Gold prices by karat over last 30 days Canada
| Date |
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Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Tuesday
21/07
|
5,658 Dollar | 5,187 Dollar | 4,244 Dollar | 3,301 Dollar |
+0.6%
|
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Monday
20/07
|
5,623 Dollar | 5,154 Dollar | 4,217 Dollar | 3,280 Dollar |
-0.1%
|
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Sunday
19/07
|
5,629 Dollar | 5,160 Dollar | 4,221 Dollar | 3,283 Dollar |
-0.1%
|
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Saturday
18/07
|
5,634 Dollar | 5,165 Dollar | 4,226 Dollar | 3,287 Dollar |
+0.8%
|
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Friday
17/07
|
5,587 Dollar | 5,121 Dollar | 4,190 Dollar | 3,259 Dollar |
-1.9%
|
|
Thursday
16/07
|
5,692 Dollar | 5,218 Dollar | 4,269 Dollar | 3,321 Dollar |
+0.1%
|
|
Wednesday
15/07
|
5,689 Dollar | 5,215 Dollar | 4,267 Dollar | 3,319 Dollar |
+1.4%
|
|
Tuesday
14/07
|
5,611 Dollar | 5,143 Dollar | 4,208 Dollar | 3,273 Dollar |
-3.0%
|
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Monday
13/07
|
5,781 Dollar | 5,300 Dollar | 4,336 Dollar | 3,373 Dollar |
-0.9%
|
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Sunday
12/07
|
5,833 Dollar | 5,347 Dollar | 4,375 Dollar | 3,403 Dollar |
+0.0%
|
|
Saturday
11/07
|
5,830 Dollar | 5,344 Dollar | 4,373 Dollar | 3,401 Dollar |
-0.1%
|
|
Friday
10/07
|
5,833 Dollar | 5,347 Dollar | 4,375 Dollar | 3,403 Dollar |
+0.9%
|
|
Thursday
09/07
|
5,784 Dollar | 5,302 Dollar | 4,338 Dollar | 3,374 Dollar |
-0.5%
|
|
Wednesday
08/07
|
5,811 Dollar | 5,327 Dollar | 4,358 Dollar | 3,390 Dollar |
-1.5%
|
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Tuesday
07/07
|
5,900 Dollar | 5,408 Dollar | 4,425 Dollar | 3,442 Dollar |
-0.6%
|
|
Monday
06/07
|
5,936 Dollar | 5,441 Dollar | 4,452 Dollar | 3,462 Dollar |
+0.1%
|
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Sunday
05/07
|
5,931 Dollar | 5,437 Dollar | 4,448 Dollar | 3,460 Dollar |
+0.0%
|
|
Saturday
04/07
|
5,928 Dollar | 5,434 Dollar | 4,446 Dollar | 3,458 Dollar |
+1.1%
|
|
Friday
03/07
|
5,864 Dollar | 5,376 Dollar | 4,398 Dollar | 3,421 Dollar |
+2.3%
|
|
Thursday
02/07
|
5,735 Dollar | 5,257 Dollar | 4,301 Dollar | 3,345 Dollar |
+0.6%
|
|
Wednesday
01/07
|
5,701 Dollar | 5,226 Dollar | 4,275 Dollar | 3,325 Dollar |
0.0%
|
|
Tuesday
30/06
|
5,703 Dollar | 5,227 Dollar | 4,277 Dollar | 3,326 Dollar |
-1.2%
|
|
Monday
29/06
|
5,771 Dollar | 5,290 Dollar | 4,329 Dollar | 3,367 Dollar |
-0.6%
|
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Sunday
28/06
|
5,804 Dollar | 5,320 Dollar | 4,353 Dollar | 3,386 Dollar |
+0.0%
|
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Saturday
27/06
|
5,803 Dollar | 5,320 Dollar | 4,352 Dollar | 3,385 Dollar |
+1.8%
|
|
Friday
26/06
|
5,700 Dollar | 5,225 Dollar | 4,275 Dollar | 3,325 Dollar |
+0.1%
|
|
Thursday
25/06
|
5,693 Dollar | 5,219 Dollar | 4,270 Dollar | 3,321 Dollar |
-2.7%
|
|
Wednesday
24/06
|
5,849 Dollar | 5,362 Dollar | 4,387 Dollar | 3,412 Dollar |
-1.6%
|
|
Tuesday
23/06
|
5,946 Dollar | 5,451 Dollar | 4,460 Dollar | 3,469 Dollar |
+1.0%
|
|
Monday
22/06
|
5,885 Dollar | 5,394 Dollar | 4,414 Dollar | 3,433 Dollar |
-0.1%
|
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 |