Gold Price Today in Algeria
Today's Gold Prices in Algeria - All Karats Live
The following are raw gram prices for the gold price in Algeria (before making charges), showing the sell price (what you pay when buying) and the buy price (what you get when selling to a shop).
| Karat | Buy Price | Sell Price | Daily Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24k | 19,727.17 DZD | 20,500.78 DZD | ▲ 53.16 (+0.26%) |
| 21k | 17,261.28 DZD | 17,938.19 DZD | ▲ 46.52 (+0.26%) |
| 18k | 14,795.38 DZD | 15,375.59 DZD | ▲ 39.87 (+0.26%) |
| Ounce | 613,584.03 DZD | 637,646.01 DZD | ▲ 1,653.58 (+0.26%) |
Last updated: 02:20 - 21 August 2026
Gold Performance in Algeria Over Last Year
Gap Between Gold Price in Algeria and the Global Price
The table below shows the difference between the displayed local price and the raw global spot price for the same quantity in USD. This is a different indicator from the shop-level "buy/sell spread," since it compares the local price to the pure global price rather than yesterday's price.
| Karat | Local Price | Global Equivalent | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24k | 20,500.78 DZD | 19,340.36 DZD | +1,160.42 DZD |
| 21k | 17,938.19 DZD | 16,922.82 DZD | +1,015.37 DZD |
| 18k | 15,375.59 DZD | 14,505.27 DZD | +870.32 DZD |
Popular Bullion Bars in Algeria
| Bar | Weight (g) | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1g Bar | 1 | 20,910.80 DZD |
| 5g Bar | 5 | 104,041.46 DZD |
| 10g Bar | 10 | 207,467.89 DZD |
| 50g Bar | 50 | 1,035,289.39 DZD |
Gold Performance in Algeria - Long Term
Terms Worth Knowing Before You Buy Gold
- What is a troy ounce?
- The troy ounce is the standard global unit used in gold trading on every exchange worldwide, and it equals exactly 31.1035 grams.
- What is the difference between buy and sell price?
- The sell price is what you pay when acquiring gold from a shop, while the buy price is what you receive when selling your jewelry back to the same shop, with the gap representing the dealer's margin.
- What does the karat number mean?
- The karat number indicates the proportion of pure gold in a piece out of 24 parts, so 21k means 21 parts pure gold out of 24, or 87.5% purity.
Market Analysis
Algeria's market differs from many Arab markets with a clear lean toward 18k even for major occasions, a deeply rooted cultural preference reflecting historical French influence on jewelry pricing and craftsmanship.
The Algerian Dinar sees notable volatility against hard currencies, meaning the gap between official and parallel market rates can be a factor worth noting when comparing prices across different sources.
The city of Constantine holds a special historical place in traditional Algerian jewelry making, where generations of craftsmen have preserved distinctive local techniques that differ from other regions.
Algerian consumers turn to gold as a trusted traditional savings vehicle amid economic volatility, a behavior pattern shared with many neighboring regional markets.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is 18k more common in Algeria than higher karats?
This reflects historical French influence on jewelry pricing and craftsmanship, a deeply rooted preference even for major occasions.
Is there a gap between official and parallel Dinar rates?
The Algerian Dinar sees notable volatility, and a gap between sources can be worth noting when comparing prices.
What is Constantine's significance in gold making?
It holds a special historical place in traditional jewelry making, with distinctive local techniques passed down through generations.