The gold pathakam is a traditional Kerala temple jewellery necklace – a broad rectangular or shield-shaped gold pendant (pathakam) suspended from a multi-strand gold chain. It is a key piece of traditional Kerala gold jewellery, worn at weddings and classical dance performances (Mohiniyattam, Kathakali). A standard pathakam necklace weighs 20g–45g.
At resale, only the gold weight and purity determine cash value – not the intricate temple motif craftsmanship.
At a Glance
| Short pathakam necklace | 15g – 28g |
| Standard pathakam | 22g – 40g |
| Large temple pathakam | 30g – 55g gold |
| Stone-set pathakam | 22g – 50g gold |
| 22K rate per gram today | ₹13,965 |
| 28g pathakam (22K) today | ₹3,91,132 |
| 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 |
| Short pathakam necklace | 15g – 28g | ₹2,93,349 (21g avg) | Full weight is gold |
| Standard pathakam | 22g – 40g | ₹4,33,039 (31g avg) | Full weight is gold |
| Large temple pathakam | 30g – 55g gold | ₹5,86,698 (42g avg gold) | Stones removed before weighing |
Common Types & Use Cases
● Short pathakam – festival and dance use, 15g–28g
● Standard Kerala bridal pathakam – 22g–40g
● Large stone-set temple pathakam – ruby, coral inlay, gold only paid
● Heirloom pathakam – age and temple motif add no resale value
● Selling pathakam pendant and chain separately – individual components accepted
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Resale Value & Worked Example
For a 28g plain 22K pathakam: 28 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹3,91,132.
For a stone-set 35g piece (net gold): 35 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹4,88,915. All removed stones returned. Most pathakam sales at today’s rates will 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 pathakam necklace worth today?
A plain 28g 22K pathakam is worth ₹3,91,132 today. A 35g piece brings ₹4,88,915.
What is a gold pathakam?
Pathakam is a traditional Kerala gold pendant necklace with a broad rectangular or shield-shaped gold plate (pathakam) as the centrepiece, often depicting temple deities or lotus motifs. It is part of Kerala’s traditional temple jewellery set.
Is pathakam the same as padakkam?
Yes – pathakam and padakkam are regional variations of the same Kerala pendant necklace. Both refer to the same broad pendant plate design.
Can I sell the pendant and chain separately?
Yes. Attica Gold buys individual components.
What documents?
Aadhaar mandatory. PAN required – most pathakam sales exceed ₹2,00,000.
What purity?
Traditional pathakam is 22K (916). XRF at the branch confirms.
How are stones removed from a stone-set pathakam?
At the Attica branch before weighing. All stones returned.
