Gold Kangan: Weight by Design, Today’s Live Rate & Resale Value

The gold kangan is a traditional North Indian gold ornament – a broad, flat or slightly curved bangle-style bracelet worn on the wrist. Unlike the rounded cylindrical kada, the kangan has a wider, flatter profile and is often engraved or stone-set. It is a staple of North Indian bridal sets and is gifted at weddings across Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Punjab, Delhi and Gujarat.

When it comes to resale, the design, engraving and brand add nothing to the cash value. Only the gold weight and purity determine what you receive. This guide covers typical weights for gold kangan by design, today’s live IBJA rate and exactly how much cash you receive at an Attica Gold branch.

At a Glance

Live Rate Today

At today’s IBJA rate of ₹15,250 per gram for 24K, a 22K kangan yields ₹13,965 per gram. Check the live widget before visiting any branch.

Designs & Weight Comparison

Common Types & Use Cases

●      Plain thin gold kangan – daily wear, 8g–16g, common across North India

●      Standard plain kangan – wedding gift, 14g–25g, most common bridal design

●      Broad engraved kangan – floral or paisley pattern, 18g–35g

●      Stone-set kangan with kundan or polki inlay – 15g–30g of gold, stones removed at resale

●      Selling a single kangan from a pair – Attica Gold has no minimum quantity

Resale Value & Worked Example

The resale formula is: Net Gold Weight (g) × Purity (%) × Today’s 24K IBJA Rate. For a 20g plain 22K kangan: 20 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹2,79,380.

For a stone-set kangan weighing 28g total with 6g of stones: net gold = 22g; payout = 22 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹3,07,318. All removed stones are returned to you. Most kangan sales at today’s rates will exceed ₹2,00,000 – bring Aadhaar and PAN.

Difference Between Kangan and Kada

Gold kangan and gold kada are both thick gold bracelets worn on the wrist, but they have distinct designs. A kangan is typically broader and flatter – almost like a wide bangle – and is associated primarily with North Indian bridal tradition. A kada is usually more rounded and cylindrical in cross-section and is used more broadly across India. At resale, both are valued identically – weight × purity × IBJA rate, with no premium for design difference.

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 – Seller Protection

●      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

●      Lump-sum quote without per-gram rate – always ask first

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. Every branch uses a BIS-calibrated XRF machine – you watch the purity test in front of you. Payment is instant by cash, UPI, IMPS or bank transfer. Your wait is over.

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