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

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

A bajuband (also spelled bajubandh, bahubandh or armlet) is a gold ornament worn on the upper arm, just above the elbow. It is one of the oldest pieces of Indian jewellery, worn by brides across North India, Rajasthan and South India (where it is called vanki). Bajubands range from simple plain bands to elaborate stone-set bridal pieces.

At resale, only the gold weight and purity determine cash value. Stones and embellishments are handled separately.

At a Glance

Designs & Weight Comparison

Common Types & Use Cases

·       Light plain bajuband – minimal daily-wear design, 8g–18g

·       Standard bajuband – festive/wedding upper arm piece, 15g–30g

·       Heavy bridal bajuband – elaborate stone-set design, 25g–50g

·       Vanki (South Indian) – same ornament, regional name; same per-gram rate

·       Heirloom bajuband – age adds no resale premium; gold weight only paid

·       Damaged/bent bajuband – condition does not affect purity or resale value

Resale Value & Worked Example

For a 20g 22K bajuband: 20 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹2,79,380.

For a heavy 35g bridal bajuband: ₹4,88,915. Note: vanki (South Indian variant) is valued identically.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a gold bajuband worth today?

A 20g 22K bajuband is worth ₹2,79,380. A 35g heavy piece brings ₹4,88,915.

What is the difference between bajuband and vanki?

Bajuband is the North Indian/Hindi term; vanki is the South Indian (Telugu/Tamil/Kannada) term for the same upper-arm ornament. Both are valued identically by gold weight and purity.

Are stones in a bajuband paid at resale?

No. Stones are removed before weighing and returned to you. Only the gold portion is paid.

What documents do I need?

Aadhaar mandatory. PAN required if sale exceeds ₹2,00,000 – standard bajubands above ~14g cross this.

What purity are bajubands?

Most are 22K. Some traditional/older pieces may be 20K. XRF at the branch confirms.

Can I sell a single bajuband?

Yes. Bajubands are typically sold as a pair but individual pieces are accepted.

Is this the same as an armlet?

Yes. Bajuband, bahubandh, vanki and armlet all refer to upper-arm ornaments.