Gold Addigai: Weight, Today’s Rate & Resale Value

The gold addigai (also attigai) is a traditional Tamil close-fitting necklace – a temple-style choker that sits snug at the base of the neck, often set with rubies, emeralds and uncut diamonds in classic South Indian temple jewellery style. It is a staple of Tamil bridal jewellery.

At resale, 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

●      Plain addigai – daily/festive Tamil wear, 15g–28g

●      Standard temple addigai – ruby/emerald set, 22g–38g

●      Broad bridal addigai – grand wedding choker, 32g–55g

●      Stone-set addigai – stones removed, gold weight only paid

●      Heirloom temple addigai – age adds no resale value

Resale Value & Worked Example

For a 28g plain 22K addigai: 28 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹3,91,132.

For a stone-set 38g piece (30g net gold): ₹4,19,070. All stones returned. Most addigai sales exceed ₹2,00,000 – bring PAN.

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 addigai worth today?

A 28g 22K addigai is worth ₹3,91,132. A 38g piece brings ₹5,30,822.

What is an addigai?

Addigai (attigai) is a Tamil close-fitting temple-style choker necklace, often set with rubies and emeralds, worn as bridal jewellery.

How are stones removed?

At the Attica branch before weighing. All stones returned.

Can I sell without original bill?

Yes. XRF determines purity.

What documents?

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

What purity?

Most addigai necklaces are 22K. XRF confirms.

Does temple stonework add value?

No – only gold weight and purity are paid. Stones are returned to you.

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