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  3. 22K bracelet

* Jewelry melt value

How much is a 22K gold bracelet worth?

A typical solid 22K gold bracelet (~18 g, no stones) is worth about $2,223 in melt value as of October 13, 2026 — scrap offers usually land near $1,889 (~85% of melt). Plain bracelets in this karat commonly weigh 8–40 g ($988–$4,939 melt).

Published July 11, 2026 · Updated October 13, 2026

22K gold bracelet — live estimate

Typical weight
18 g (8–40 g)
Melt (typical)
$2,223
Scrap (~85%)
$1,889
Melt range
$988 – $4,939
Scrap range
$840 – $4,198
Per-gram melt
$123/g

How to weigh your bracelet

Remove charms on jump rings before weighing if they are a different metal or plated.

Then multiply gold-only grams × $123 for melt, or × $105 for a realistic scrap ballpark. Need an exact weight page? See 22K gold by gram.

What counts as a typical bracelet?

solid bangles, curb bracelets, and link bracelets.

Next steps

  1. Confirm the 22K stamp via the hallmark guide.
  2. Weigh gold only; exclude stones and non-gold findings.
  3. Compare scrap offers to $1,889 and consider selling intact if the piece is branded or gem-set.
  4. Unsure of the metal? Scan it in the Jewelry Identifier app first.

* Frequently asked

FAQ

Q. How much is a 22K gold bracelet worth today?
A. At a typical 18 g weight, about $2,223 melt / $1,889 scrap as of October 13, 2026. Your piece may differ — multiply its gold-only weight in grams by $123/g.
Q. What does a 22K bracelet usually weigh?
A. Plain bracelets (no large stones) commonly fall between 8 g and 40 g. That is solid bangles, curb bracelets, and link bracelets.
Q. How much pure gold is in a typical 22K bracelet?
A. 22K is 91.6% gold, so ~18 g of 22K contains about 16.49 g of pure gold.
Q. Should I sell my bracelet for scrap or intact?
A. Scrap pays near melt. Designer, branded, or gem-set bracelets often sell for more intact via a jeweler or marketplace. Compare both before melting.

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