Today’s 18K gold rate in the UAE
The table above shows the live 18K gold rate in the UAE. It is priced in AED per gram, tola and ounce. The rate follows the world spot price at the fixed dirham peg.
18K is 75% pure gold, stamped 750 on hallmarks. The remaining quarter is alloy metal. That makes it the hardest of the common jewellery karats.
Why 18K exists
Higher karats are soft and scratch with daily wear. 18K trades some purity for real durability. It holds fine detail and secure stone settings far better.
It is also lighter on the wallet per gram. Compare it with 22K and 21K to see the ladder. Purity always drives the price difference.
18K and diamond jewellery
Almost all diamond jewellery in the UAE is 18K. The alloy grips stones securely over years of wear. Softer gold would loosen prongs over time.
European and designer brands use 18K as standard. It also comes in white and rose variants. Those colours are created by changing the alloy mix, not the gold content.
What 750 means on a hallmark
750 means 750 parts gold per 1,000, which is 75%. UAE hallmarking is regulated and widely enforced. Always check the stamp before buying.
Our purity and hallmark guide explains every mark. A 750 stamp should sit alongside the retailer or assay mark. Ask if you cannot find one.
Resale and making charges
18K resells at 75% of the pure gold value by weight. That is simply its metal content. Stones are valued separately or not at all by scrap buyers.
Making charges on 18K designer pieces are often high. Check with our making charge calculator. If you plan to sell later, see the used gold price page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the 18K gold rate in the UAE today?
See the live AED per gram figure in the table above. It updates regularly from the global spot price.
Is 18K real gold?
Yes, it is 75% pure gold alloyed for strength. The 750 hallmark certifies it.
Why is 18K cheaper than 22K?
It contains less gold per gram. Price follows purity directly.
Is white gold the same price as yellow?
At the same karat, yes, because gold content is identical. Rhodium plating on white gold can add a small finishing cost.