Gold Lotus Pendant & Necklace: Weight, Today’s Rate & Resale

Gold lotus jewellery – pendants and necklaces featuring the lotus motif (padma) – is a popular auspicious design in India. The lotus symbolises purity, prosperity and the goddess Lakshmi. From a small 3g pendant to an elaborate 30g lotus necklace, this design is found across all Indian regional traditions.

At resale, the lotus motif adds no premium – only gold weight and purity determine cash value.

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At a Glance

Live Rate Today

At today’s IBJA rate of ₹15,250 per gram for 24K, a 22K piece yields ₹13,965 per gram.

Designs & Weight Comparison

Common Types & Use Cases

●      Small lotus pendant – daily wear, 3g–7g

●      Standard lotus pendant – auspicious gift, 5g–10g

●      Large lotus necklace – bridal/festive, 12g–25g

●      Stone-set lotus pendant – ruby or emerald inlay, gold only paid

●      Heirloom lotus jewellery – age and motif add no resale value

Resale Value & Worked Example

For an 8g plain 22K lotus pendant: 8 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹1,11,752.

For a 18g lotus necklace: 18 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹2,51,442. All removed stones returned.

Tax Treatment When You Sell

Gold held over 24 months attracts 12.5% LTCG when sold; held under 24 months, your gain is added to slab income. Aadhaar is mandatory; PAN is required if your sale exceeds ₹2,00,000.

What to Watch For

●      Stones or lac weighed with gold – insist on removal before weighing

●      Visual purity check instead of XRF – always request machine testing

●      No written receipt – a signed receipt is a legal requirement

●      Making charge deductions at resale – these do not apply

Why Choose Attica Gold Company

Attica Gold Company is ISO 9001:2015 certified with 200+ branches across Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Pondicherry. Your wait is over.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a gold lotus pendant worth today?

An 8g 22K lotus pendant is worth ₹1,11,752. A 12g piece brings ₹1,67,628.

Does the lotus motif (padma) add premium to resale?

No. Religious or auspicious motifs add no premium at resale.

Is a gold lotus pendant the same as Lakshmi pendant?

They can be related – Lakshmi is often depicted seated on a lotus. A lotus-only pendant has just the flower design. A Lakshmi pendant has the deity figure. Both are auspicious but distinct designs.

Can I sell the pendant without the chain?

Yes.

What documents?

Aadhaar mandatory. PAN if total exceeds ₹2,00,000.

What purity?

Most lotus jewellery is 22K. XRF confirms.

How are stones removed?

At the Attica branch before weighing. All stones returned.
 

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