old Price in Sri Lanka stood at Rs. 363,450 for 22 Carat 8 grams, or one pawn, on August 25, 2026, while the 24 Carat equivalent reached Rs. 396,450, according to the latest market rates.
Gold Price reaches Rs. 363,450 for 22 Carat 8 grams in Sri Lanka on August 25
The latest Gold Price data shows a clear difference between gold purity levels, with 24 Carat gold commanding a higher price than 22 Carat and 21 Carat gold. The rates provide a useful reference for consumers, jewellers and investors monitoring movements in the precious metals market.
According to the reported rates, one gram of 22 Carat gold was priced at Rs. 45,430, while the corresponding eight-gram unit, commonly referred to as one pawn, was priced at Rs. 363,450. This makes the 22 Carat eight-gram unit the key benchmark for consumers purchasing jewellery in Sri Lanka.
The 24 Carat rate was higher at Rs. 49,560 per gram. For an eight-gram unit, the price reached Rs. 396,450. The difference reflects the higher purity of 24 Carat gold, which contains a greater proportion of pure gold compared with lower-carat varieties.
Meanwhile, 21 Carat gold was quoted at Rs. 43,370 per gram, with eight grams priced at Rs. 346,950. The variation between the different grades highlights how gold purity directly influences the final market value of the metal.
| Gold Unit | Gold Price |
|---|---|
| Gold Ounce | Rs. 1,404,821.00 |
| 24 Carat 1 Gram | Rs. 49,560.00 |
| 24 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) | Rs. 396,450.00 |
| 22 Carat 1 Gram | Rs. 45,430.00 |
| 22 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) | Rs. 363,450.00 |
| 21 Carat 1 Gram | Rs. 43,370.00 |
| 21 Carat 8 Grams (1 Pawn) | Rs. 346,950.00 |
The reported Gold Price is also important for consumers considering jewellery purchases, as the quoted market rate does not necessarily represent the final retail price of finished jewellery. Making charges, retailer margins, design costs and other applicable charges can affect the amount ultimately paid by customers.
For investors, gold continues to be closely watched as a globally traded commodity and traditional store of value. International gold prices, movements in the US dollar, interest-rate expectations and local currency conditions can all influence domestic gold prices.
The latest figures therefore provide a snapshot of the Sri Lankan market on August 25 rather than a fixed long-term price. Consumers and investors tracking Sri Lanka gold rates should compare daily quotations before making purchasing or investment decisions.
With the price of 22 Carat gold at Rs. 363,450 per pawn, the latest data underlines the continued high value of gold in Sri Lanka’s retail and investment markets.