Gold Karat Prices Today in Canada By Karat (24, 22, 21, 18)
Gold karat prices in Canada for all karats (24, 22, 21, 18) in Dollar — updated every minute with interactive charts.
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 5,946 Dollar. The full karat comparison table is shown below.
Gold prices today in Canada by carat
| Carat | Price |
|---|---|
| 24 Karat Gold Price | 5,946 Dollar |
| 22 Karat Gold Price | 5,450 Dollar |
| 18 Karat Gold Price | 4,459 Dollar |
| 14 Karat Gold Price | 3,468 Dollar |
Gold prices in Canada start today at 5,945.84 Dollar per gram for 24 karat and step down to 3,468.41 Dollar for 14 karat — a spread of 2,477.43 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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Wednesday
17/06
|
6,117 Dollar | 5,607 Dollar | 4,588 Dollar | 3,568 Dollar |
+1.3%
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Tuesday
16/06
|
6,039 Dollar | 5,536 Dollar | 4,529 Dollar | 3,523 Dollar |
+0.4%
|
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Monday
15/06
|
6,013 Dollar | 5,512 Dollar | 4,510 Dollar | 3,508 Dollar |
+2.1%
|
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Sunday
14/06
|
5,890 Dollar | 5,399 Dollar | 4,417 Dollar | 3,436 Dollar |
-0.2%
|
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Saturday
13/06
|
5,902 Dollar | 5,410 Dollar | 4,427 Dollar | 3,443 Dollar |
+0.1%
|
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Friday
12/06
|
5,899 Dollar | 5,408 Dollar | 4,424 Dollar | 3,441 Dollar |
+4.3%
|
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Thursday
11/06
|
5,659 Dollar | 5,187 Dollar | 4,244 Dollar | 3,301 Dollar |
-3.8%
|
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Wednesday
10/06
|
5,881 Dollar | 5,391 Dollar | 4,411 Dollar | 3,431 Dollar |
-2.4%
|
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Tuesday
09/06
|
6,025 Dollar | 5,523 Dollar | 4,519 Dollar | 3,515 Dollar |
-0.6%
|
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Monday
08/06
|
6,062 Dollar | 5,557 Dollar | 4,546 Dollar | 3,536 Dollar |
+0.5%
|
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Sunday
07/06
|
6,034 Dollar | 5,531 Dollar | 4,526 Dollar | 3,520 Dollar |
+0.0%
|
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Saturday
06/06
|
6,034 Dollar | 5,531 Dollar | 4,525 Dollar | 3,520 Dollar |
-2.9%
|
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Friday
05/06
|
6,213 Dollar | 5,695 Dollar | 4,660 Dollar | 3,624 Dollar |
+0.3%
|
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Thursday
04/06
|
6,196 Dollar | 5,679 Dollar | 4,647 Dollar | 3,614 Dollar |
-0.4%
|
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Wednesday
03/06
|
6,219 Dollar | 5,700 Dollar | 4,664 Dollar | 3,628 Dollar |
+0.3%
|
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Tuesday
02/06
|
6,201 Dollar | 5,684 Dollar | 4,651 Dollar | 3,617 Dollar |
-1.4%
|
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Monday
01/06
|
6,286 Dollar | 5,763 Dollar | 4,715 Dollar | 3,667 Dollar |
+0.3%
|
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Sunday
31/05
|
6,266 Dollar | 5,744 Dollar | 4,699 Dollar | 3,655 Dollar |
+0.1%
|
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Saturday
30/05
|
6,262 Dollar | 5,740 Dollar | 4,696 Dollar | 3,653 Dollar |
+0.9%
|
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Friday
29/05
|
6,203 Dollar | 5,686 Dollar | 4,652 Dollar | 3,619 Dollar |
+1.2%
|
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Thursday
28/05
|
6,131 Dollar | 5,620 Dollar | 4,598 Dollar | 3,576 Dollar |
-2.1%
|
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Wednesday
27/05
|
6,262 Dollar | 5,740 Dollar | 4,697 Dollar | 3,653 Dollar |
-0.4%
|
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Tuesday
26/05
|
6,284 Dollar | 5,760 Dollar | 4,713 Dollar | 3,666 Dollar |
-0.5%
|
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Monday
25/05
|
6,312 Dollar | 5,786 Dollar | 4,734 Dollar | 3,682 Dollar |
+1.4%
|
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Sunday
24/05
|
6,225 Dollar | 5,707 Dollar | 4,669 Dollar | 3,631 Dollar |
-0.1%
|
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Saturday
23/05
|
6,231 Dollar | 5,712 Dollar | 4,674 Dollar | 3,635 Dollar |
-0.5%
|
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Friday
22/05
|
6,263 Dollar | 5,741 Dollar | 4,697 Dollar | 3,654 Dollar |
0.0%
|
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Thursday
21/05
|
6,264 Dollar | 5,742 Dollar | 4,698 Dollar | 3,654 Dollar |
+1.5%
|
|
Wednesday
20/05
|
6,171 Dollar | 5,656 Dollar | 4,628 Dollar | 3,600 Dollar |
-2.1%
|
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 |