What is the gold price per karat today in Turkey?
The price of 21K gold per gram in Turkey today is approximately — Lira, and 24K is approximately 6,199 Lira. The full karat comparison table is shown below.
Gold prices today in Turkey by carat
| Carat | Price |
|---|---|
| 24 Karat Gold Price | 6,199 Lira |
| 22 Karat Gold Price | 5,683 Lira |
| 18 Karat Gold Price | 4,650 Lira |
| 14 Karat Gold Price | 3,616 Lira |
Gold prices in Turkey start today at 6,199.46 Lira per gram for 24 karat and step down to 3,616.35 Lira for 14 karat — a spread of 2,583.11 Lira per gram between the highest and lowest karats.
Gold prices by karat over last 30 days Turkey
| Date |
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Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Sunday
02/08
|
6,180 Lira | 5,665 Lira | 4,635 Lira | 3,605 Lira |
+0.1%
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Saturday
01/08
|
6,176 Lira | 5,661 Lira | 4,632 Lira | 3,602 Lira |
-1.4%
|
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Friday
31/07
|
6,265 Lira | 5,743 Lira | 4,699 Lira | 3,655 Lira |
+0.5%
|
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Thursday
30/07
|
6,235 Lira | 5,716 Lira | 4,677 Lira | 3,637 Lira |
+1.7%
|
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Wednesday
29/07
|
6,130 Lira | 5,619 Lira | 4,597 Lira | 3,576 Lira |
-1.1%
|
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Tuesday
28/07
|
6,197 Lira | 5,680 Lira | 4,647 Lira | 3,615 Lira |
-1.2%
|
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Monday
27/07
|
6,269 Lira | 5,746 Lira | 4,702 Lira | 3,657 Lira |
+1.6%
|
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Sunday
26/07
|
6,170 Lira | 5,656 Lira | 4,628 Lira | 3,599 Lira |
+0.0%
|
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Saturday
25/07
|
6,168 Lira | 5,654 Lira | 4,626 Lira | 3,598 Lira |
+0.2%
|
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Friday
24/07
|
6,154 Lira | 5,641 Lira | 4,616 Lira | 3,590 Lira |
-2.0%
|
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Thursday
23/07
|
6,280 Lira | 5,757 Lira | 4,710 Lira | 3,664 Lira |
+1.1%
|
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Wednesday
22/07
|
6,213 Lira | 5,696 Lira | 4,660 Lira | 3,624 Lira |
+2.1%
|
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Tuesday
21/07
|
6,089 Lira | 5,581 Lira | 4,567 Lira | 3,552 Lira |
+0.4%
|
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Monday
20/07
|
6,062 Lira | 5,557 Lira | 4,547 Lira | 3,536 Lira |
-0.5%
|
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Sunday
19/07
|
6,091 Lira | 5,583 Lira | 4,568 Lira | 3,553 Lira |
+0.0%
|
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Saturday
18/07
|
6,090 Lira | 5,582 Lira | 4,567 Lira | 3,552 Lira |
+0.8%
|
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Friday
17/07
|
6,039 Lira | 5,536 Lira | 4,529 Lira | 3,523 Lira |
-1.8%
|
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Thursday
16/07
|
6,148 Lira | 5,635 Lira | 4,611 Lira | 3,586 Lira |
+0.3%
|
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Wednesday
15/07
|
6,130 Lira | 5,619 Lira | 4,597 Lira | 3,576 Lira |
+1.5%
|
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Tuesday
14/07
|
6,039 Lira | 5,536 Lira | 4,529 Lira | 3,523 Lira |
-2.3%
|
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Monday
13/07
|
6,180 Lira | 5,665 Lira | 4,635 Lira | 3,605 Lira |
-0.7%
|
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Sunday
12/07
|
6,221 Lira | 5,702 Lira | 4,666 Lira | 3,629 Lira |
+0.0%
|
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Saturday
11/07
|
6,220 Lira | 5,702 Lira | 4,665 Lira | 3,629 Lira |
-0.1%
|
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Friday
10/07
|
6,224 Lira | 5,705 Lira | 4,668 Lira | 3,630 Lira |
+0.9%
|
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Thursday
09/07
|
6,167 Lira | 5,653 Lira | 4,625 Lira | 3,598 Lira |
-0.3%
|
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Wednesday
08/07
|
6,184 Lira | 5,669 Lira | 4,638 Lira | 3,607 Lira |
-1.2%
|
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Tuesday
07/07
|
6,258 Lira | 5,737 Lira | 4,694 Lira | 3,651 Lira |
-0.5%
|
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Monday
06/07
|
6,289 Lira | 5,765 Lira | 4,717 Lira | 3,668 Lira |
+0.1%
|
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Sunday
05/07
|
6,285 Lira | 5,761 Lira | 4,714 Lira | 3,666 Lira |
+0.1%
|
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Saturday
04/07
|
6,281 Lira | 5,757 Lira | 4,711 Lira | 3,664 Lira |
+1.1%
|
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 |