Gold Price Today in Jordan
Today's Gold Prices in Jordan - All Karats Live
The following are raw gram prices for the gold price in Jordan (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 | 104.15 JOD | 106.42 JOD | ▲ 0.28 (+0.26%) |
| 21k | 91.13 JOD | 93.12 JOD | ▲ 0.24 (+0.26%) |
| 18k | 78.11 JOD | 79.81 JOD | ▲ 0.21 (+0.26%) |
| Ounce | 3,239.43 JOD | 3,310.03 JOD | ▲ 8.58 (+0.26%) |
Last updated: 02:20 - 21 August 2026
Gold Performance in Jordan Over Last Year
Gap Between Gold Price in Jordan 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 | 106.42 JOD | 103.32 JOD | +3.10 JOD |
| 21k | 93.12 JOD | 90.41 JOD | +2.71 JOD |
| 18k | 79.81 JOD | 77.49 JOD | +2.32 JOD |
Popular Bullion Bars in Jordan
| Bar | Weight (g) | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1g Bar | 1 | 108.55 JOD |
| 5g Bar | 5 | 540.08 JOD |
| 10g Bar | 10 | 1,076.97 JOD |
| 50g Bar | 50 | 5,374.21 JOD |
Gold Performance in Jordan - 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
The Jordanian Dinar has held a near-fixed exchange rate against the US Dollar for many years, giving the local gold market relative stability that stands out compared to more currency-volatile neighboring markets.
Downtown Amman ranks among Jordan's most notable traditional gold trading districts, home to dozens of family-run shops passing the craft down through generations.
The Jordanian market leans toward 21k for major occasions like weddings, while 18k is common in everyday jewelry better suited to middle-income budgets.
Remittances from Jordanians working abroad, particularly in the Gulf, help feed demand for gold as a traditional savings vehicle within Jordanian households.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Jordanian Dinar pegged to the Dollar?
Yes, the Dinar has held a near-fixed exchange rate against the US Dollar for many years.
What's the most common karat in Jordan?
21k is favored for major occasions, while 18k is common in everyday jewelry.
Where are Amman's notable gold markets?
The Downtown district is one of the most notable traditional gold trading areas in the capital.