The gold payal is the traditional North Indian gold anklet – worn as a pair on both ankles, gifted at weddings and worn at festivals. Unlike the South Indian kolusu which typically has bells, the payal covers a broader range of designs including plain bangles, chain-style, stone-set and temple-motif anklets.
When it comes to resale, only the gold weight and purity matter. This guide covers typical weight ranges for gold payal by design, today’s live IBJA rate and exactly how much cash you receive at an Attica Gold branch.
At a Glance
| Thin daily-wear payal (pair) | 6g – 12g |
| Medium chain-style payal (pair) | 10g – 18g |
| Heavy traditional payal (pair) | 15g – 28g |
| Stone-set payal (pair) | 10g – 20g gold |
| 22K rate per gram today | ₹13,965 |
| 14g payal pair (22K) today | ₹1,95,566 |
| 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 Weight (pair) | 22K Value Today | Notes |
| Thin daily-wear | 6g – 12g | ₹1,25,721 (9g avg) | Full weight is gold |
| Chain-style payal | 10g – 18g | ₹1,95,566 (14g avg) | Most common wedding gift |
| Heavy traditional | 15g – 28g | ₹2,93,349 (21g avg) | Rajasthani/Gujarati style |
| Stone-set payal | 10g – 20g gold | ₹2,09,535 (15g avg gold) | Stones removed first |
Common Types & Use Cases
● Thin daily-wear payal – 6g–12g per pair, worn every day
● Chain-style payal – 10g–18g, most common wedding gift across North India
● Heavy traditional payal – 15g–28g, Rajasthani or Gujarati style
● Stone-set payal – kundan or polki stones, 10g–20g of gold
● Heirloom payal – age and condition do not affect gold value
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Resale Value & Worked Example
The resale formula is: Net Gold Weight (g) × Purity (%) × Today’s 24K IBJA Rate. For a 14g plain 22K payal pair: 14 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹1,95,566.
For a stone-set payal pair weighing 18g total with 3g of stones: net gold = 15g; payout = 15 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹2,09,535. All removed stones are 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 – 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 for the gram rate 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 made instantly by cash (up to ₹1,99,999), UPI, IMPS or bank transfer on the same day. Your wait is over.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a gold payal worth today?
A plain 14g 22K payal pair is worth ₹1,95,566 today. A heavier 20g pair brings ₹2,79,380.
What is the average weight of a gold payal?
Thin daily-wear payals weigh 6g–12g per pair. Standard wedding payals average 10g–18g. Heavy traditional Rajasthani payals can reach 15g–28g.
What is the difference between payal and kolusu?
Payal is the North Indian term. Kolusu is the South Indian term (Tamil/Telugu). Payal covers broader designs; kolusu specifically refers to an anklet with gold bells. Both sell at the same per-gram gold rate.
Can I sell just one payal from a pair?
Yes. Attica Gold buys individual pieces – no minimum quantity required.
Can I sell a payal without the original bill?
Yes. XRF testing determines purity from the metal. Aadhaar is mandatory.
How are stones removed from a payal?
All stones are removed before weighing. Stone weight is deducted and payment is on gold weight only. All stones are returned.






