Gold Sui dhaga earrings – named for their needle-and-thread (sui dhaga) fastening mechanism – are among the most widely worn gold earring styles in India. The thin gold wire post that threads through the ear without a conventional hook is the defining feature. Sui dhaga designs range from simple plain hoops to elaborate stone-set dangling designs, making them suitable for daily wear and festive occasions alike.
At resale, the earring fastening style adds no value – only the gold weight and purity determine what you receive.
At a Glance
| Plain thin sui dhaga (pair) | 2g – 5g |
| Standard hoop / drop design | 4g – 8g |
| Broad ornate design | 6g – 12g |
| Stone-set sui dhaga | 4g – 10g gold |
| 22K rate per gram today | ₹13,965 |
| 5g pair (22K) today | ₹69,845 |
| 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 |
| Plain thin sui dhaga (pair) | 2g – 5g | ₹48,892 (3.5g avg) | Full weight is gold |
| Standard drop / hoop (pair) | 4g – 8g | ₹83,814 (6g avg) | Full weight is gold |
| Broad ornate sui dhaga (pair) | 6g – 12g | ₹1,25,721 (9g avg) | Full weight is gold |
| Stone-set sui dhaga (pair) | 4g – 10g gold | ₹97,783 (7g avg gold) | Stones removed before weighing |
Common Types & Use Cases
● Plain thin daily-wear sui dhaga – 2g–5g, most common
● Standard hoop or drop design – festive and daily, 4g–8g
● Broad ornate South India design – 6g–12g
● Stone-set with polki or meenakari – stones removed at resale
● Selling one earring (if other is lost) – individual pieces accepted
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Resale Value & Worked Example
For a 5g plain 22K sui dhaga pair: 5 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹69,845.
For an 8g stone-set pair with 1.5g of stones: net gold = 6.5g; payout = 6.5 × 0.916 × ₹15,250 = ₹90,799. All removed stones 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
● 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 are gold sui dhaga earrings worth today?
A plain 5g 22K pair is worth ₹69,845 today. An 8g pair brings ₹1,11,752.
What is a sui dhaga earring?
Sui dhaga means needle-and-thread in Hindi. A sui dhaga earring has a thin gold wire (needle) that threads through the ear piercing hole – no hook or butterfly back. It is the most common earring fastening style in Indian gold jewellery.
Can I sell just one earring?
Yes. Attica Gold buys individual pieces. The payout is half the pair weight × rate.
Do stones get removed?
Yes. All stones are removed before weighing. Stones are returned to you.
Is sui dhaga the same as jhumka?
Sui dhaga refers to the fastening mechanism. A jhumka is a bell-shaped earring – it can use a sui dhaga post. Sui dhaga is the post style; jhumka is the design style.
What documents?
Aadhaar mandatory. Most sui dhaga pairs are below the ₹2,00,000 PAN threshold.
What purity are sui dhaga earrings?
Most are 22K (916). Some modern designs use 18K. XRF at the branch confirms.
