How to Use This Calculator
- Enter weight and select unit: Use tolas, grams, masha, or ratti according to your receipt.
- Select gold karat: Choose 24K for investment bars, or 22K/21K for bridal necklaces and bangles.
- Add making charges: Enter the jeweler\'s percentage fee to see the complete invoice amount.
Formula and Calculation Steps
Sarafa Conversions:
1 Tola = 11.6638 Grams = 12 Masha = 96 Ratti
Gold Cost = Weight (Tolas) × Rate per Tola
Making Fee = Gold Cost × (Making% ÷ 100)
Total Price = Gold Cost + Making FeeWorked Examples and Reference Table
| Purity | Gold Content | Rate per Tola | Rate per 10g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 99.9% | Rs 295,000 | Rs 252,920 |
| 22K | 91.6% | Rs 270,417 | Rs 231,840 |
| 21K | 87.5% | Rs 258,125 | Rs 221,300 |
| 18K | 75.0% | Rs 221,250 | Rs 189,690 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many grams are in 1 tola of gold in Pakistan?
In the Pakistani gold bullion and sarafa market, 1 tola is traditionally standardized to exactly 11.6638 grams.
What is the difference between 24K and 22K gold?
24 Karat gold is 99.9% pure bullion. 22 Karat gold contains 91.6% pure gold alloyed with 8.4% copper or silver to provide structural durability required for wearable jewelry.
What are gold making charges (ujrat)?
Making charges represent the jeweler's labor and craftsmanship fee for crafting raw gold bullion into finished jewelry pieces. In Pakistan, making charges typically range between 5% and 15% of the gold metal value.
How many ratti and masha are in 1 tola?
Traditional sarafa units define 1 tola as 12 masha, or 96 ratti (1 masha = 8 ratti).
Who sets gold benchmark rates in Pakistan?
The All Pakistan Sarafa Gems and Jewellers Association (APSGJA) notifies official benchmark rates twice daily based on international spot bullion prices and open-market PKR currency exchange rates.