What is the gold price per karat today in Egypt?
The price of 21K gold per gram in Egypt today is approximately 5,757 Pound, and 24K is approximately 6,579 Pound. The full karat comparison table is shown below.
Gold prices today in Egypt by carat
| Carat | Price |
|---|---|
| 24 Karat Gold Price | 6,579 Pound |
| 22 Karat Gold Price | 6,031 Pound |
| 21 Karat Gold Price | 5,757 Pound |
| 18 Karat Gold Price | 4,935 Pound |
Gold prices in Egypt start today at 6,579.49 Pound per gram for 24 karat and step down to 4,934.62 Pound for 18 karat — a spread of 1,644.87 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
02/08
|
6,635 Pound | 6,082 Pound | 5,806 Pound | 4,976 Pound |
-0.2%
|
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Saturday
01/08
|
6,649 Pound | 6,095 Pound | 5,818 Pound | 4,987 Pound |
-1.4%
|
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Friday
31/07
|
6,745 Pound | 6,183 Pound | 5,902 Pound | 5,059 Pound |
+0.7%
|
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Thursday
30/07
|
6,702 Pound | 6,143 Pound | 5,864 Pound | 5,026 Pound |
+2.3%
|
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Wednesday
29/07
|
6,551 Pound | 6,005 Pound | 5,732 Pound | 4,913 Pound |
-0.8%
|
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Tuesday
28/07
|
6,603 Pound | 6,052 Pound | 5,777 Pound | 4,952 Pound |
-1.6%
|
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Monday
27/07
|
6,711 Pound | 6,152 Pound | 5,872 Pound | 5,033 Pound |
+0.4%
|
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Sunday
26/07
|
6,684 Pound | 6,127 Pound | 5,848 Pound | 5,013 Pound |
-0.1%
|
|
Saturday
25/07
|
6,693 Pound | 6,135 Pound | 5,856 Pound | 5,020 Pound |
+0.2%
|
|
Friday
24/07
|
6,678 Pound | 6,122 Pound | 5,843 Pound | 5,009 Pound |
-1.9%
|
|
Thursday
23/07
|
6,806 Pound | 6,239 Pound | 5,956 Pound | 5,105 Pound |
+0.9%
|
|
Wednesday
22/07
|
6,748 Pound | 6,186 Pound | 5,904 Pound | 5,061 Pound |
+2.6%
|
|
Tuesday
21/07
|
6,580 Pound | 6,032 Pound | 5,758 Pound | 4,935 Pound |
+0.3%
|
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Monday
20/07
|
6,562 Pound | 6,015 Pound | 5,742 Pound | 4,921 Pound |
+0.3%
|
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Sunday
19/07
|
6,540 Pound | 5,995 Pound | 5,722 Pound | 4,905 Pound |
+0.1%
|
|
Saturday
18/07
|
6,531 Pound | 5,986 Pound | 5,714 Pound | 4,898 Pound |
+0.8%
|
|
Friday
17/07
|
6,477 Pound | 5,937 Pound | 5,667 Pound | 4,857 Pound |
-1.6%
|
|
Thursday
16/07
|
6,579 Pound | 6,030 Pound | 5,756 Pound | 4,934 Pound |
-0.1%
|
|
Wednesday
15/07
|
6,584 Pound | 6,035 Pound | 5,761 Pound | 4,938 Pound |
+1.1%
|
|
Tuesday
14/07
|
6,512 Pound | 5,970 Pound | 5,698 Pound | 4,884 Pound |
-1.3%
|
|
Monday
13/07
|
6,601 Pound | 6,051 Pound | 5,776 Pound | 4,951 Pound |
+0.5%
|
|
Sunday
12/07
|
6,566 Pound | 6,019 Pound | 5,745 Pound | 4,924 Pound |
-0.1%
|
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Saturday
11/07
|
6,571 Pound | 6,023 Pound | 5,750 Pound | 4,928 Pound |
-0.1%
|
|
Friday
10/07
|
6,574 Pound | 6,027 Pound | 5,753 Pound | 4,931 Pound |
+0.9%
|
|
Thursday
09/07
|
6,515 Pound | 5,972 Pound | 5,701 Pound | 4,886 Pound |
-0.5%
|
|
Wednesday
08/07
|
6,546 Pound | 6,001 Pound | 5,728 Pound | 4,910 Pound |
+0.4%
|
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Tuesday
07/07
|
6,519 Pound | 5,976 Pound | 5,704 Pound | 4,889 Pound |
-0.6%
|
|
Monday
06/07
|
6,559 Pound | 6,013 Pound | 5,739 Pound | 4,919 Pound |
-0.5%
|
|
Sunday
05/07
|
6,595 Pound | 6,045 Pound | 5,771 Pound | 4,946 Pound |
0.0%
|
|
Saturday
04/07
|
6,595 Pound | 6,046 Pound | 5,771 Pound | 4,946 Pound |
+1.1%
|
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 |