Gold Herringbone Chain: Weight, Today’s Rate & Resale Value
A gold herringbone chain is a flat, smooth chain made of V-shaped or slanted links arranged in a chevron/herringbone pattern. It lies flat against the skin and has a distinctive…

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Gold Herringbone Chain: Weight, Today’s Rate & Resale Value
A gold herringbone chain is a flat, smooth chain made of V-shaped or slanted links arranged in a chevron/herringbone pattern. It lies flat against the skin and has a distinctive shimmering appearance. Herringbone chains are delicate – typically lighter than other chain styles at the same length.
At resale, only gold weight and purity determine cash value.
At a Glance
Thin herringbone chain | 4g – 10g |
|---|---|
Standard herringbone chain | 8g – 20g |
Heavy herringbone chain | 15g – 35g |
22K rate per gram today | ₹13,965 |
12g chain (22K) today | ₹1,67,628 |
Last Updated | May 2026 |
TODAY'S GOLD RATE
24K
₹14,500/-
₹13,292/-
Per gram
Designs & Weight Comparison
Type | Typical Gold Weight | 22K Value Today | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
Thin herringbone chain | 4g – 10g | ₹97,783 (7g avg) | Full weight is gold |
Standard herringbone chain | 8g – 20g | ₹1,95,566 (14g avg) | Full weight is gold |
Heavy herringbone chain | 15g – 35g | ₹3,49,225 (25g avg) | PAN required |
Common Types & Use Cases
· Thin daily-wear herringbone chain – 4g–10g
· Standard herringbone chain – 8g–20g, men or women
· Heavy herringbone chain – 15g–35g, statement piece
· Herringbone Chain with pendant – chain and pendant weighed together
· Selling chain only (keeping pendant) – chain weighed alone
Resale Value & Worked Example
For a 12g 22K herringbone chain: 12 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹1,67,628.
For a 22g chain: ₹3,07,318. Chains above ~16g may 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a gold herringbone chain worth today?
A 12g 22K herringbone chain is worth ₹1,67,628. A 22g chain brings ₹3,07,318.
Does a herringbone chain fetch more than other chain styles?
No. All chain styles are valued at the same per-gram IBJA rate. Link pattern is cosmetic.
Can I sell a damaged chain?
Yes. Physical damage does not affect gold purity.
Can I sell chain only (without pendant)?
Yes – weighed separately.
What documents?
Aadhaar mandatory. PAN if sale exceeds ₹2,00,000.
What purity are herringbone chains?
Most are 22K. Lighter chains may be 18K. XRF confirms.
How long to sell?
15–25 minutes at any Attica Gold branch.
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