How much is 1 vori of 18 karat gold?
1 vori of 18 karat gold costs ৳1,89,248. With 6% making charge and 5% VAT it comes to about ৳2,10,633.
18 karat, before making & VAT
৳1,89,248
About ৳2,10,633 with making & VAT
1 vori of 18 karat = 11.664 g = 96 roti
18 karat gold is 75% pure gold; it is harder, so it is popular for stone-set jewellery.
18 karat: price by weight
| Weight | Price | With making & VAT |
|---|---|---|
| 1 roti | ৳1,971 | ৳2,194 |
| 1 ana | ৳11,828 | ৳13,165 |
| 4 ana | ৳47,312 | ৳52,658 |
| 8 ana | ৳94,624 | ৳1,05,317 |
| 1 vori | ৳1,89,248 | ৳2,10,633 |
| 1 gram | ৳16,225 | ৳18,058 |
| 10 grams | ৳1,62,250 | ৳1,80,584 |
Making charge is the BAJUS minimum of 6%; intricate designs can cost more. VAT is 5%, taken on price plus making (this base is being verified).
Frequently asked questions
How much is 1 vori of 18 karat gold?
At the BAJUS price of 30 September 2026, 1 vori of 18 karat gold costs ৳1,89,248. With 6% making charge and 5% VAT it is about ৳2,10,633.
What is the difference between 18 karat and 22 karat?
18 karat gold is about 75% pure gold, while 22 karat is about 91.7%. At current prices 22 karat costs ৳41,524 more per vori.
Why do shops charge more than the BAJUS price?
At least 6% making charge and 5% VAT are added to the BAJUS price. Intricate designs can carry a higher making charge. VAT here is taken on price plus making, which is being verified.