The gold guluband is a traditional close-fitting choker necklace worn snug around the neck. The name comes from “gala” (neck) and “band” (tie). It is popular across Rajasthan, Hyderabad and North India as a bridal and festive ornament, often featuring kundan, polki or meenakari work.
At resale, only gold weight and purity determine cash value.
At a Glance
| Plain guluband choker | 12g – 22g |
| Standard guluband | 18g – 30g |
| Broad bridal guluband | 25g – 45g |
| Stone-set guluband | 15g – 35g gold |
| 22K rate per gram today | ₹13,965 |
| 22g guluband (22K) today | ₹3,07,318 |
| Last Updated | May 2026 |
Live Rate Today
At today’s IBJA rate of ₹15,250 per gram for 24K, a 22K piece yields ₹13,965 per gram.
| 🔧 LIVE RATE WIDGET PLACEHOLDER [Embed live 22K/24K/18K/14K per-gram rate widget – auto-updates from IBJA feed] Indicative rate. Final price depends on actual purity test at branch. |
Designs & Weight Comparison
| Design | Typical Gold Weight | 22K Value Today | Notes |
| Plain guluband | 12g – 22g | ₹2,37,473 (17g avg) | Full weight is gold |
| Standard guluband | 18g – 30g | ₹3,35,256 (24g avg) | Full weight is gold |
| Broad bridal guluband | 25g – 45g | ₹4,88,915 (35g avg) | PAN required |
| Stone-set guluband | 15g – 35g gold | ₹3,49,225 (25g avg gold) | Stones removed first |
Common Types & Use Cases
● Plain guluband choker – daily/festive, 12g–22g
● Standard guluband – gifted ornament, 18g–30g
● Broad bridal guluband – wedding choker, 25g–45g
● Stone-set guluband – kundan/polki/meenakari, gold weight only
● Heirloom guluband – age adds no resale value
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Resale Value & Worked Example
For a 22g plain 22K guluband: 22 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹3,07,318.
For a stone-set 30g piece (25g net gold): ₹3,49,225. All 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a gold guluband worth today?
A 22g 22K guluband is worth ₹3,07,318. A 30g piece brings ₹4,19,070.
What is a gold guluband?
Guluband is a traditional close-fitting choker necklace worn snug around the neck, popular in Rajasthan, Hyderabad and North India.
Is guluband the same as a modern choker?
Guluband is the traditional term, usually for ornate kundan/polki neck-hugging necklaces. A modern choker is a broader style category. At resale both are valued by weight and purity.
How are stones removed?
At the Attica branch before weighing. All stones returned.
What documents?
Aadhaar mandatory. PAN if total exceeds ₹2,00,000.
What purity?
Most gulubands are 22K. XRF confirms.
Does meenakari work on the back affect resale?
No – enamel is not gold; only gold weight is paid.
