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 5,910 Pound, and 24K is approximately 6,755 Pound. The full karat comparison table is shown below.
Gold prices today in Egypt by carat
| Carat | Price |
|---|---|
| 24 Karat Gold Price | 6,755 Pound |
| 22 Karat Gold Price | 6,192 Pound |
| 21 Karat Gold Price | 5,910 Pound |
| 18 Karat Gold Price | 5,066 Pound |
Gold prices in Egypt start today at 6,754.58 Pound per gram for 24 karat and step down to 5,065.94 Pound for 18 karat — a spread of 1,688.64 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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Wednesday
17/06
|
6,963 Pound | 6,383 Pound | 6,093 Pound | 5,222 Pound |
+0.1%
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Tuesday
16/06
|
6,953 Pound | 6,374 Pound | 6,084 Pound | 5,215 Pound |
-0.1%
|
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Monday
15/06
|
6,961 Pound | 6,381 Pound | 6,091 Pound | 5,220 Pound |
+0.4%
|
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Sunday
14/06
|
6,930 Pound | 6,353 Pound | 6,064 Pound | 5,198 Pound |
-1.5%
|
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Saturday
13/06
|
7,037 Pound | 6,451 Pound | 6,158 Pound | 5,278 Pound |
+0.1%
|
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Friday
12/06
|
7,034 Pound | 6,448 Pound | 6,155 Pound | 5,276 Pound |
+4.0%
|
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Thursday
11/06
|
6,766 Pound | 6,203 Pound | 5,921 Pound | 5,075 Pound |
-3.7%
|
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Wednesday
10/06
|
7,029 Pound | 6,443 Pound | 6,150 Pound | 5,272 Pound |
-2.1%
|
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Tuesday
09/06
|
7,183 Pound | 6,584 Pound | 6,285 Pound | 5,387 Pound |
-1.2%
|
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Monday
08/06
|
7,269 Pound | 6,664 Pound | 6,361 Pound | 5,452 Pound |
+0.5%
|
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Sunday
07/06
|
7,231 Pound | 6,628 Pound | 6,327 Pound | 5,423 Pound |
+0.3%
|
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Saturday
06/06
|
7,208 Pound | 6,607 Pound | 6,307 Pound | 5,406 Pound |
-2.8%
|
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Friday
05/06
|
7,416 Pound | 6,798 Pound | 6,489 Pound | 5,562 Pound |
-0.1%
|
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Thursday
04/06
|
7,423 Pound | 6,804 Pound | 6,495 Pound | 5,567 Pound |
-0.7%
|
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Wednesday
03/06
|
7,475 Pound | 6,852 Pound | 6,541 Pound | 5,607 Pound |
+0.1%
|
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Tuesday
02/06
|
7,469 Pound | 6,846 Pound | 6,535 Pound | 5,602 Pound |
-1.7%
|
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Monday
01/06
|
7,594 Pound | 6,961 Pound | 6,645 Pound | 5,695 Pound |
-0.4%
|
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Sunday
31/05
|
7,621 Pound | 6,986 Pound | 6,668 Pound | 5,716 Pound |
0.0%
|
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Saturday
30/05
|
7,622 Pound | 6,987 Pound | 6,669 Pound | 5,716 Pound |
+0.9%
|
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Friday
29/05
|
7,551 Pound | 6,921 Pound | 6,607 Pound | 5,663 Pound |
+1.1%
|
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Thursday
28/05
|
7,467 Pound | 6,845 Pound | 6,534 Pound | 5,600 Pound |
-1.6%
|
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Wednesday
27/05
|
7,592 Pound | 6,959 Pound | 6,643 Pound | 5,694 Pound |
-0.7%
|
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Tuesday
26/05
|
7,642 Pound | 7,005 Pound | 6,687 Pound | 5,731 Pound |
-0.5%
|
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Monday
25/05
|
7,677 Pound | 7,037 Pound | 6,717 Pound | 5,758 Pound |
+0.1%
|
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Sunday
24/05
|
7,672 Pound | 7,033 Pound | 6,713 Pound | 5,754 Pound |
0.0%
|
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Saturday
23/05
|
7,673 Pound | 7,033 Pound | 6,714 Pound | 5,755 Pound |
-0.5%
|
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Friday
22/05
|
7,712 Pound | 7,069 Pound | 6,748 Pound | 5,784 Pound |
-0.3%
|
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Thursday
21/05
|
7,732 Pound | 7,088 Pound | 6,765 Pound | 5,799 Pound |
+0.3%
|
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Wednesday
20/05
|
7,708 Pound | 7,066 Pound | 6,745 Pound | 5,781 Pound |
-1.4%
|
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 |