Making Charges Calculator
Calculate exact making charges for gold jewellery
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Price Breakdown
Typical Making Charges by Jewellery Type
Industry-average making charges for common jewellery pieces (varies by jeweller and design complexity)
| Jewellery Type | Range (%) | Typical (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Plain Bangles | 6–12% | 8% |
| Simple Rings | 8–14% | 10% |
| Chains & Necklaces | 10–20% | 14% |
| Earrings | 10–18% | 12% |
| Pendants | 12–20% | 15% |
| Bracelets | 10–16% | 12% |
| Bridal Sets | 15–30% | 22% |
| Handcrafted / Filigree | 20–35% | 28% |
| Antique / Kundan | 25–45% | 35% |
* Ranges reflect market averages. Machine-made jewellery usually has lower making charges than handmade pieces.
FAQ — Making Charges
Making charges depend on the skill of craftsmen, design complexity, wastage during manufacturing, and overhead costs of the jeweller. A mass-production chain store charges less than a boutique specialising in handmade jewellery.
Yes! Making charges are negotiable at most Indian jewellers. Exchange old gold for new jewellery to get better rates. Festive seasons (Dhanteras, Akshaya Tritiya) often have making charge discounts.
Making charges are taxed at 5% GST separately from the 3% GST on gold value. However, for simplicity, most jewellers show a combined 3% GST on the total bill. Always ask for an itemised bill.
No. When you sell old jewellery, the jeweller pays only the gold value (weight × current gold rate) minus a melting/wastage deduction. Making charges and GST paid earlier are not returned.