Sri Lanka gold price today recorded the price of a 22 Carat 8-gram (1 Pawn) gold item at Rs. 342,050 on 7 July 2026, while the 24 Carat 8-gram gold price stood at Rs. 373,100, according to the latest market rates.
Sri Lanka gold price today shows latest 22 Carat and 24 Carat gold rates
Gold continues to be one of the most closely watched investment assets in Sri Lanka, with daily price movements influencing jewellery purchases, savings decisions and investment strategies. Consumers, jewellers and investors regularly monitor local gold rates as global bullion prices and exchange rate movements continue to impact domestic prices.
The latest Sri Lanka gold price today shows that a 22 Carat gold price for one gram is Rs. 42,760, making an 8-gram (1 Pawn) gold item available at Rs. 342,050. Meanwhile, the 24 Carat gold price stands at Rs. 46,640 per gram and Rs. 373,100 for an 8-gram unit.
Twenty-two carat gold remains the preferred choice for jewellery in Sri Lanka due to its balance of purity and durability. It is widely used for wedding jewellery, investment jewellery and traditional ornaments. In contrast, 24 Carat gold, which contains a higher level of purity, is generally purchased for investment purposes, bullion and collectible items.
The latest prices also indicate that 21 Carat gold continues to offer a lower-priced alternative for buyers. One gram of 21 Carat gold is currently priced at Rs. 40,810, while an 8-gram (1 Pawn) unit is selling at Rs. 326,500.
The international gold ounce price in the local market is quoted at Rs. 1,322,125, providing an additional benchmark for traders and investors monitoring precious metal markets.
Below are the latest official gold rates in Sri Lanka as of 7 July 2026.
Sri Lanka Gold Prices – 7 July 2026
| Gold Unit | Gold Price (LKR) |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | Rs. 1,322,125.00 |
| 24 Carat 1 Gram | Rs. 46,640.00 |
| 24 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) | Rs. 373,100.00 |
| 22 Carat 1 Gram | Rs. 42,760.00 |
| 22 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) | Rs. 342,050.00 |
| 21 Carat 1 Gram | Rs. 40,810.00 |
| 21 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) | Rs. 326,500.00 |
The Sri Lanka gold price today remains an important indicator for the jewellery industry, retailers and investors. Gold prices can fluctuate daily depending on movements in international bullion markets, the value of the US dollar and local currency conditions.
For consumers planning jewellery purchases or investors considering precious metals, keeping track of the latest 22 Carat gold price and 24 Carat gold price provides valuable insight into market trends and helps support informed buying decisions.