Gold and silver jewellery prices in Bangladesh remain at the rates set by the Bangladesh Jewellers Association (BAJUS), with no further revision announced since the latest adjustment came into effect. Under the current price structure, buyers will have to pay Tk 232,930, including VAT, for one bhori of 22-carat gold jewellery.
For the same quantity of traditional-method gold, the price has been set at Tk 156,064. The significant difference between the two prices reflects the variation in quality and purity associated with the different categories of gold available in the domestic jewellery market.
BAJUS brought its latest rates into effect from 10am on 12 September. The prices will remain applicable until the association announces a new price list. Jewellery retailers are expected to follow the prevailing rates while selling gold and silver items in the market.
According to the current schedule, one bhori of 22-carat gold jewellery is being sold for Tk 232,930, including VAT. The price for 21-carat gold stands at Tk 222,491 per bhori, while 18-carat gold jewellery is priced at Tk 191,056. Traditional-method gold is available at Tk 156,064 per bhori.
The figures show a clear difference between the various grades of gold. The price gap between 22-carat and 21-carat gold is Tk 10,439 per bhori. Meanwhile, the difference between 21-carat and 18-carat gold is Tk 31,435. Buyers therefore face different price points depending on the grade of gold they choose.
Silver jewellery is also being sold according to separate rates based on purity. One bhori of 22-carat silver jewellery currently costs Tk 5,016. The corresponding price for 21-carat silver is Tk 4,782, while 18-carat silver is priced at Tk 4,082 per bhori. Traditional-method silver has been set at Tk 3,091 per bhori.
The difference in prices is particularly relevant for consumers comparing jewellery made from different grades of precious metals. While gold remains considerably more expensive, silver provides a lower-cost option for buyers looking for jewellery made from a precious metal.
A bhori is a commonly used unit of measurement in Bangladesh’s jewellery trade, and prices are generally announced on a per-bhori basis. The final amount paid by a customer can also depend on the specific jewellery item and applicable charges associated with its purchase. Buyers may therefore wish to check the price breakdown with the retailer before completing a transaction.
For now, however, the BAJUS-announced rates remain in force. Any subsequent change in the price of gold or silver jewellery will depend on a new decision and price list issued by the association.
