21K gold is 87.5% pure — the traditional jewelry standard in Saudi Arabia and the Arab world, offering excellent workability for intricate designs.
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Last Updated: May 9, 2026, 1:05 AM UTC ·
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Currency: SAR
21K SAR/g
508.76
▲ +2.08 SAR (+0.41%)
As of today, May 9, 2026, the live 21K gold price in Saudi Arabia is 508.76 SAR per gram. 21K gold has risen by 0.41% compared to yesterday. The per tola rate is 5,934.16 SAR. All prices are converted from the international USD spot rate at the fixed SAR/USD peg of 3.75.
* Base market rate. Retail jewelry prices include making charges (Ujrah).
21K Gold in Saudi Arabia — 7 Day History
SAR per gram — last 7 days
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21K Value in SARLive Rate
5,087.58 SAR
21K Gold Price History — Saudi Arabia (Last 7 Days)
Date
Per Gram (SAR)
Per Tola (SAR)
Per 10g (SAR)
Change
Fri, May 8, 2026TODAY
508.76
5,934.18
5,087.60
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Thu, May 7, 2026
506.68
5,909.92
5,066.80
-2.08 (-0.41%)
Wed, May 6, 2026
504.74
5,887.29
5,047.40
-1.94 (-0.38%)
Tue, May 5, 2026
490.95
5,726.44
4,909.50
-13.79 (-2.73%)
Mon, May 4, 2026
486.03
5,669.05
4,860.30
-4.92 (-1%)
Sun, May 3, 2026
496.64
5,792.81
4,966.40
+10.61 (+2.18%)
Sat, May 2, 2026
496.64
5,792.81
4,966.40
+0.00 (+0%)
Prices in SAR per gram. Converted from USD spot at fixed peg of 3.75. Includes 2% retail market premium.
⚠️ Tax / VAT: 22K, 21K, and 18K gold jewelry in Saudi Arabia is subject to 15% VAT. Investment-grade 24K gold bars and coins (99%+ purity) are VAT-exempt under Saudi Arabia's investment gold exemption rules.
21K Gold in Saudi Arabia — FAQ
The live 21K gold price in Saudi Arabia today is 508.76 SAR per gram. Per tola it is 5,934.16 SAR. Prices update every 60 seconds, converted at the fixed SAR/USD rate of 3.75.
21K has been the traditional Arab world jewelry standard for generations. In Saudi Arabia in particular, 21K dominates the market for bridal gold sets (Mahr) and family jewelry collections. It is harder than 22K, allowing more intricate craftsmanship.
21K is 87.5% pure vs 22K's 91.6%. The lower gold content means a lower price per gram but greater hardness and workability. For elaborate jewelry designs, craftsmen often prefer 21K. Both are widely accepted for resale.
22K, 21K, and 18K gold jewelry in Saudi Arabia is subject to 15% VAT. Investment-grade 24K gold bars and coins (99%+ purity) are VAT-exempt under Saudi Arabia's investment gold exemption rules.
21K price = 24K spot rate × 0.875. The 24K spot is converted from USD at the fixed SAR/USD rate of 3.75. Local retail prices also include making charges set by individual jewelers.
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