Gold Karat Prices Today in Egypt By Karat (24, 22, 21, 18)
Gold karat prices in Egypt for all karats (24, 22, 21, 18) in Pound — updated every minute with interactive charts.
What is the gold price per karat today in Egypt?
The price of 21K gold per gram in Egypt today is approximately 6,806 Pound, and 24K is approximately 7,779 Pound. The full karat comparison table is shown below.
Gold prices today in Egypt by carat
| Carat | Price |
|---|---|
| 24 Karat Gold Price | 7,779 Pound |
| 22 Karat Gold Price | 7,130 Pound |
| 21 Karat Gold Price | 6,806 Pound |
| 18 Karat Gold Price | 5,834 Pound |
Gold prices in Egypt start today at 7,778.58 Pound per gram for 24 karat and step down to 5,833.94 Pound for 18 karat — a spread of 1,944.64 Pound per gram between the highest and lowest karats.
Gold prices by karat over last 30 days Egypt
| Date |
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Change % |
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Sunday
03/05
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7,940 Pound | 7,278 Pound | 6,948 Pound | 5,955 Pound |
+0.0%
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Saturday
02/05
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7,940 Pound | 7,278 Pound | 6,947 Pound | 5,955 Pound |
-0.2%
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Friday
01/05
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7,954 Pound | 7,292 Pound | 6,960 Pound | 5,966 Pound |
+1.2%
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Thursday
30/04
|
7,862 Pound | 7,207 Pound | 6,879 Pound | 5,897 Pound |
+0.1%
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Wednesday
29/04
|
7,858 Pound | 7,203 Pound | 6,875 Pound | 5,893 Pound |
-1.6%
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Tuesday
28/04
|
7,982 Pound | 7,317 Pound | 6,984 Pound | 5,987 Pound |
+1.0%
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Monday
27/04
|
7,905 Pound | 7,247 Pound | 6,917 Pound | 5,929 Pound |
-0.8%
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Sunday
26/04
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7,967 Pound | 7,303 Pound | 6,971 Pound | 5,975 Pound |
0.0%
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Saturday
25/04
|
7,967 Pound | 7,303 Pound | 6,971 Pound | 5,975 Pound |
+0.3%
|
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Friday
24/04
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7,945 Pound | 7,283 Pound | 6,952 Pound | 5,959 Pound |
-0.2%
|
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Thursday
23/04
|
7,962 Pound | 7,299 Pound | 6,967 Pound | 5,972 Pound |
+0.4%
|
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Wednesday
22/04
|
7,935 Pound | 7,273 Pound | 6,943 Pound | 5,951 Pound |
-1.3%
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Tuesday
21/04
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8,035 Pound | 7,366 Pound | 7,031 Pound | 6,026 Pound |
+1.2%
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Monday
20/04
|
7,944 Pound | 7,282 Pound | 6,951 Pound | 5,958 Pound |
-1.5%
|
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Sunday
19/04
|
8,061 Pound | 7,389 Pound | 7,053 Pound | 6,046 Pound |
+0.3%
|
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Saturday
18/04
|
8,034 Pound | 7,364 Pound | 7,030 Pound | 6,025 Pound |
+0.9%
|
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Friday
17/04
|
7,966 Pound | 7,302 Pound | 6,970 Pound | 5,975 Pound |
-0.9%
|
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Thursday
16/04
|
8,040 Pound | 7,370 Pound | 7,035 Pound | 6,030 Pound |
-0.4%
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Wednesday
15/04
|
8,073 Pound | 7,400 Pound | 7,064 Pound | 6,055 Pound |
+0.7%
|
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Tuesday
14/04
|
8,019 Pound | 7,350 Pound | 7,016 Pound | 6,014 Pound |
+0.5%
|
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Monday
13/04
|
7,979 Pound | 7,314 Pound | 6,982 Pound | 5,984 Pound |
-1.8%
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Sunday
12/04
|
8,126 Pound | 7,449 Pound | 7,111 Pound | 6,095 Pound |
+0.3%
|
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Saturday
11/04
|
8,106 Pound | 7,431 Pound | 7,093 Pound | 6,080 Pound |
-0.1%
|
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Friday
10/04
|
8,113 Pound | 7,437 Pound | 7,099 Pound | 6,085 Pound |
+1.1%
|
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Thursday
09/04
|
8,022 Pound | 7,354 Pound | 7,020 Pound | 6,017 Pound |
-3.2%
|
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Wednesday
08/04
|
8,286 Pound | 7,596 Pound | 7,251 Pound | 6,215 Pound |
+1.1%
|
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Tuesday
07/04
|
8,194 Pound | 7,511 Pound | 7,169 Pound | 6,145 Pound |
+1.3%
|
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Monday
06/04
|
8,087 Pound | 7,413 Pound | 7,076 Pound | 6,065 Pound |
-1.0%
|
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Sunday
05/04
|
8,172 Pound | 7,491 Pound | 7,150 Pound | 6,129 Pound |
0.0%
|
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Saturday
04/04
|
8,172 Pound | 7,491 Pound | 7,151 Pound | 6,129 Pound |
+0.0%
|
Gold carat explanation:
- 24 Karat — Purest gold : 99.9% purity — for investment and bullion
- 22 Karat — For luxury jewelry : 91.6% purity
- 21 Karat — Most common : 87.5% purity
- 18 Karat — For daily use : 75% purity and modern designs
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 — the traditional standard popular in Egypt and the Arab world. 21K contains 87.5% gold and is preferred for traditional jewelry, while 18K at 75% is used for modern jewelry.
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 |