Gold guides for every culture · live prices
Gold is part of weddings, festivals and family milestones all over the world. These short guides explain what to check before you buy — in the context of the occasions your family knows. General guidance about buying gold — not religious or financial advice.
Chinese families
Lunar New Year, weddings, births and gifts to family.
24K gold today in Hong Kong: HKD 980.80 per gram · 22K: HKD 899.07 per gram
Gold for Lunar New Year
Gifts of gold: read the label before you buy.
- In China, 足金 is about 99% pure and 千足金 about 99.9%
- Check the weight in grams and the hallmark card
- Compare the price per gram against the day's rate
Wedding gold: bracelets and sets
Dragon and phoenix designs are popular for brides.
- Pure gold is soft: ask about hardness and wear
- Compare craftsmanship fees across shops
- Keep the certificate and invoice together
Gold for a baby's first month
Small pieces for a special moment.
- Choose light, smooth pieces with no sharp edges
- Ask for a safe clasp and a proper size
- Pure gold bends easily: store it carefully
Customs differ between families and regions — these guides are general information about buying gold, not religious rulings or financial advice. Gold calculator · Daily gold news & reports
