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Gold Rate Today in Malaysia — Live Gold Price per Gram
Gold in Malaysia is quoted per gram in Malaysian Ringgit (RM), and demand is strong for both jewellery and investment, boosted by the popularity of gold savings accounts and 999.9 gold bars. Prices convert from the USD international spot at the current exchange rate.
The market reflects Malaysia’s diversity: 916 (22k) is the everyday jewellery standard, tied to the well-known "916 gold" branding, while 24k bars and coins serve savers and 18k/14k appear in modern designs. The table below shows live spot in RM per gram and per karat.
Investment-grade gold is exempt from Malaysia’s sales tax framework, while jewellery-making charges apply on ornaments, so the per-gram metal value here is your benchmark before fabrication.
Gold Price by Karat in Malaysia (MYR)
Live metal value per gram, before making charges & tax.
| Karat | Purity | Per Gram | Per 10 g |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24K | 99.9% | MYR 537.82 | MYR 5,378.15 |
| 22K | 91.7% | MYR 493.51 | MYR 4,935.09 |
| 18K | 75.0% | MYR 403.77 | MYR 4,037.65 |
| 14K | 58.3% | MYR 314.02 | MYR 3,140.22 |
Gold Price by Weight Unit in Malaysia
How much each common weight of gold costs at today's rate.
| Unit | Grams | 24k | 22k | 18k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Gram | 1 | MYR 537.82 | MYR 493.51 | MYR 403.77 |
| 8 Grams | 8 | MYR 4,302.52 | MYR 3,948.07 | MYR 3,230.12 |
| 1 Troy Ounce | 31.103 | MYR 16,727.93 | MYR 15,349.84 | MYR 12,558.51 |
| 1 Kilogram | 1,000 | MYR 537,815.48 | MYR 493,508.96 | MYR 403,765.38 |
These rates apply nationally across Malaysia, including Kuala Lumpur, Johor Bahru, Penang and Ipoh. Local jewellers may quote slightly different figures once making charges, hallmarking and taxes are added.
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Gold Price in Malaysia — FAQ
What is the gold rate today in Malaysia?
Today 24k gold is about MYR 537.82 per gram and 22k gold about MYR 493.51 per gram in Malaysia, based on the live international spot price of $4,113.70 per troy ounce converted to MYR.
What is "916 gold" in Malaysia?
"916" refers to 22k gold, which is 91.6% pure. It is the most common jewellery standard and a well-known local branding.
Is investment gold taxed in Malaysia?
Investment-grade gold is generally exempt from sales tax; jewellery carries making charges and applicable taxes.
How is gold sold in Malaysia?
Per gram in ringgit, spanning 916 (22k) jewellery, 999.9 (24k) bars and coins, and 18k/14k designer pieces.
Why does the local MYR gold price differ from international spot?
International spot is quoted in US Dollars per troy ounce. To get the Malaysia rate we convert it to MYR at the live exchange rate and break it down per gram and per karat. Local retail prices then add import duties, taxes and jeweller making charges on top of this metal value.
Gold rates are derived from the live international spot price converted to MYR and are indicative metal values for information only — not a jeweller quote or financial advice. Retail prices add duties, taxes and making charges.