Zakat on Gold

Calculating Zakat on gold jewellery can be complex, but it is essential to fulfil this important obligation correctly. Gold jewellery commonly owned by Muslim women—including necklaces, rings, earrings, bangles, and even gold coins or bars—must be carefully assessed. Most scholars agree that Zakat is due on all gold above the nisab threshold of 87.48 grams, whether it is worn regularly or kept as an investment. When unsure, it is safer to include all gold items to ensure your Zakat is complete.

To calculate your Zakat, start by weighing your total gold using a jeweller’s scale, a reliable kitchen scale, or by consulting a trusted jeweller. Then, find the current market price of gold from reputable sources such as the London Bullion Market or verified online calculators. Multiply the total weight of your gold by the current price per gram to determine its total value.

Once you have this figure, calculate 2.5% of it as your Zakat amount. For example, if you own 120 grams of gold priced at £55 per gram, your total gold value is £6,600. Your Zakat due would then be £165.

You may pay this amount in cash, or if feasible, give the actual gold itself to those eligible. Crisis Aid ensures that your Zakat on gold is distributed fully in accordance with Islamic law, reaching those who need it most—orphans, widows, the sick, and impoverished families across the globe.

By entrusting your gold Zakat to Crisis Aid, you fulfil your religious duty with confidence, knowing your generosity is handled with integrity, transparency, and deep respect for Islamic principles.