18 Carat Gold Bangles: Price Breakdown, Making Charges, and GST Explained

• The final price of 18-carat gold bangles depends on gold price, weight, making charge, GST, and hallmarking fees.
• Average market price for 18-carat gold is approximately 11,760 rupees per gram.
• Making charges typically range from 8% to 18% of the gold price, depending on design complexity.
• A 3% GST is applicable on gold jewelry in India, along with a 45 rupees per piece hallmarking charge.
• A 25-gram pair of 18-carat gold bangles with 12% making charge will cost approximately 339,158 rupees.