Weight table: how many grams do gold items weigh?
Typical weights for the most common gold items — and what they're worth at today's price in 14 karat (585). Use the table as a reference if you don't have a scale to hand.
Typical jewellery weights and value
| Item | Typical | Range | Value at typical weight (14 kt) | At 85% payout |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wedding ring | 5,0 g | 2,0–12 g | 2.597 kr. | 2.207 kr. |
| Ring with a stone | 3,5 g | 1,5–10 g | 1.818 kr. | 1.545 kr. |
| Necklace | 12,0 g | 3,0–40 g | 6.232 kr. | 5.297 kr. |
| Bracelet | 14,0 g | 4,0–45 g | 7.271 kr. | 6.180 kr. |
| Earrings (pair) | 3,0 g | 0,8–10 g | 1.558 kr. | 1.324 kr. |
| Pendant | 2,5 g | 0,5–10 g | 1.298 kr. | 1.104 kr. |
| Watch chain | 30,0 g | 15,0–80 g | 19.975 kr. | 16.978 kr. |
| Cufflinks (pair) | 8,0 g | 4,0–20 g | 4.155 kr. | 3.532 kr. |
| Brooch | 7,0 g | 2,0–25 g | 3.635 kr. | 3.090 kr. |
| Dental gold (crown) | 2,0 g | 0,5–6 g | 1.332 kr. | 1.132 kr. |
Values are calculated using the item's standard fineness (585 unless stated otherwise in the karat guide) and today's spot price. Stones, pearls and enamel are not included.
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Metal value
1 × necklace of 12,0 g in 585
The weights are indicative averages for Danish jewellery. Stones, pearls and clasps made of other metal don't count towards the gold weight — always weigh the item yourself before selling.
The value of 1 necklace in 585 over time
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How to weigh correctly
A jeweller's scale beats a kitchen scale. The difference between a 3-gram ring and a 5-gram ring is over a thousand kroner at today's price, so 0.1 gram accuracy matters. Digital jeweller's scales with 0.01 g graduation cost a few hundred kroner and handle all jewellery.
Weigh the whole batch — and remove stones
If you have many small items, you can weigh them together and use the average fineness as a quick estimate — but let a buyer sort them precisely if the finenesses are mixed. Stones, pearls and a watch's movement need to come out before the weight means anything.
Remember the payout percentage
The table's last column shows 85% — a typical payout from buyers. If you're offered significantly less, it's worth calling around; the selling guide shows how to compare offers.
Questions and answers
How many grams does a typical wedding ring weigh?
A classic Danish 14 karat wedding ring typically weighs 4–7 grams, depending on width and ring size. See the full table of typical weights for all jewellery types on this page.
How do I weigh my own jewellery?
A kitchen scale is typically too imprecise for gram fractions. Use a jeweller's scale with 0.01 g accuracy — they cost well under a hundred kroner — or have the item weighed for free at a buyer or jeweller.
Do stones and pearls count towards the weight?
When selling for melting, only the metal counts. The buyer normally deducts the weight of the stones or weighs the item without them — always ask how they weigh before accepting an offer.