If you have old gold jewellery in Kolkata, it could be worth a lot of money today – but how much will you get when you sell? The amount can vary depending on the gold’s purity, how much you sell, the day’s gold price, current stone and making charges, and any deductions the buyer makes. If you want to sell gold jewellery in Kolkata, learn how to determine its resale value.

What Is the Current Gold Rate in Kolkata?

While the gold rate has been high in 2026, it has risen even further. As of 16 September 2026, here are the indicative prices of gold in Kolkata:

Gold purity	Rate per gram	Rate per 10 grams
24K	₹15,344	₹1,53,440
22K	₹14,065	₹1,40,650
18K	₹11,508	₹1,15,080

 

These rates are indicative only and may not include GST or other applicable surcharges. Various jewellers and market sources may offer marginally different rates. The Kolkata 22K rate stood at around 14,065 per gram on 16 September, compared with 14,170 on 13 September, showing how often rates can shift even within a few days.

Why Your Jewellery Is Not Worth the Listed Gold Rate

At Cash on Old Gold, our experts believe another common mistake jewellery buyers make is taking the jewellery’s weight and multiplying it by the market price of gold. It’s not exactly true. For instance, let us say you have a 20gm 22K gold jewellery. At a rate of 14,039 per gm, the theoretical value of the silver will be Rs 2,80,780.

But you can’t assume you will get Rs 2,80,780 for your silver. The buyer will check the actual purity, remove the weight of the stone or any other silver that is part of the jewellery, account for refining or processing costs, and then apply a buy-back margin.

Purity Makes a Major Difference

Gold jewellery is sold in a range of purities, such as 18K, 22K, and 24K. As jewellery is alloyed (mixed) with other metals to make it stronger, the actual amount of gold in the jewellery can be different to the standard purity:

• 24K: about 99.9% pure gold
• 22K: about 91.6% pure gold
• 18K: about 75% pure gold

So, a 20-gram 18K gold ornament would not be worth the same as 20g of 24K gold.

What About Making Charges?

At times, making charges are a critical part of the original purchase price but are never expected to come back in full when you sell the jewellery. When you purchase a new ornament, your bill will certainly include the overall value of the gold, making charges, GST, and other applicable costs. 

The resale calculation mostly focuses on the recoverable gold content rather than what you really paid for its entire craftsmanship. At this point, a jewellery piece purchased years ago for a large amount might already have a high resale offer, which will differ from the original bill value. 

What Happens to Stones and Other Materials?

You may have jewellery with diamonds, gemstones, pearls, enamel, beads, or other embellishments that the buyer will not price the same way as the gold. Sometimes people remove stones from jewellery before weighing or testing the gold. The buyer’s resale value depends on the stone: what it is, its quality, whether it is certified, and whether there is demand for it. What you want to know is: how did they come up with the net weight of the gold?

How Does Gold Jewellery Resale Price Work? 

At a basic level, it works like this: Estimated value of gold = Net weight in gold × applicable rate × purity grade. You will get an actual offer based on testing, refining charges, deductions, and the seller’s terms. 

For instance, if a 30-gram piece of jewellery has 22K gold, you can’t apply the full 30 grams × 22K rate. 

How to Fetch a Better Price When You Sell Gold Jewellery in Kolkata

Before quoting an offer, compare today’s Kolkata gold rate and estimate your jewellery’s approximate purity and net gold content. You can also request quotes from multiple reputed buyers in Kolkata instead of settling for an initial offer. Ask for a detailed statement showing the tested purity and weight, deductions, rate and payable amount offered by each buyer.

Always check the jewellery’s hallmark, where it is stamped, and, where applicable, the HUID. BIS clarifies that you can verify HUID details through its BIS Care App. Bring your purchase bill, hallmark document, proof of identity and certificates for any diamonds or gemstones, if available.

Conclusion

The actual worth of your jewellery depends on several factors beyond its weight. The spot Kolkata gold rate today, purity, net gold content, stones, deductions and the buyer’s grading system all affect the final amount.

However, Kolkata 22K gold rate today is Rs. 14,065 per gram, and 24 K is Rs. 15,344, as of 16 September 2026. So always check the current rate before you sell gold jewellery in Kolkata. Convert it first; don’t accept an offer! Reach out to us for more information! 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

1. What is today’s 22K gold rate per gram in Kolkata? 

The indicative 22K gold rate in Kolkata was around 14,039 per gram as of 16 September 2026.

2. Does your old gold jewellery in Kolkata need a bill?

Even if your old jewellery doesn’t come with a bill, you may still be able to sell it and get paid, but you may need to provide identification and undergo a face-to-face check.

3. Do I get the making charges when I sell my gold jewellery? 

When you sell your jewellery, the selling price you receive does not include any making charges you may have paid when you bought it.

4. How do I verify the purity of my gold jewellery?

The hallmark should be displayed along with the jewellery’s HUID. If you don’t see it immediately, look for the BIS hallmark and HUID and verify the HUID using the BIS Care App.