Gold puligoru – literally “tiger claw” in Telugu – is a traditional South Indian ornament that encases an actual tiger or leopard claw in a gold mount. It is believed to bring protection and prosperity, and is commonly gifted to children or worn as a pendant by men. A puligoru ornament’s value depends entirely on the gold mount – the claw itself has no resale value.
At resale, only the gold weight and purity determine cash value.
At a Glance
| Small gold puligoru (single claw) | 3g – 7g gold mount |
| Standard gold puligoru | 5g – 10g gold mount |
| Large ornate puligoru | 8g – 15g gold mount |
| Claw value at resale | 0 – not gold |
| 22K rate per gram today | ₹13,965 |
| 6g gold mount (22K) today | ₹83,814 |
| 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 | Gold Mount Weight | 22K Value Today | Notes |
| Small puligoru (single claw) | 3g – 7g | ₹69,845 (5g avg) | Claw removed before weighing |
| Standard puligoru | 5g – 10g | ₹1,04,768 (7.5g avg) | Gold mount only paid |
| Large ornate puligoru | 8g – 15g | ₹1,53,659 (11g avg) | Gold mount only paid |
Common Types & Use Cases
● Small single-claw puligoru – worn by children, gifted at naming ceremony, 3g–7g gold
● Standard puligoru pendant – adult protection ornament, 5g–10g gold
● Large ornate puligoru – multi-claw design, 8g–15g gold
● The tiger/leopard claw itself is not purchased – only the gold mount is weighed and paid
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Resale Value & Worked Example
The gold mount is weighed separately after the claw is removed. For a 6g gold mount (22K): 6 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹83,814.
For a 10g gold mount: 10 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹1,39,690. The claw is returned to you.
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 puligoru worth today?
The payout depends on the gold mount weight. A 6g 22K gold mount is worth ₹83,814 today. A 10g mount brings ₹1,39,690.
What is a puligoru?
Puligoru means tiger claw in Telugu. It is a traditional South Indian ornament where a tiger or leopard claw is mounted in a gold cap or casing, worn as a pendant for protection. Common in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka.
Is the tiger claw inside a puligoru valuable at resale?
No. Only the gold mount is purchased. The actual claw (animal material) is not counted as gold and is returned to you.
How is the claw removed?
At the Attica branch, the gold mount is carefully opened and the claw is removed before weighing. The claw is returned to you.
What documents?
Aadhaar mandatory. Most puligoru sales are below ₹2,00,000 PAN threshold.
What purity is the gold mount?
Traditional puligoru gold mounts are 22K. XRF at the branch confirms.
Can I sell a puligoru without the claw?
Yes. Attica Gold buys the gold mount regardless of whether the claw is present.
