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Jordan's Gold Prices Soar, Couples Rethink Wedding Budgets

4/28/2025

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In 2023, gold prices in Jordan surged, with 24-karat gold priced at JD78.1 per gram.
The 7-gram Rashadi coin is now JD474, while the 8-gram English coin costs JD542.
High gold prices are prompting couples to rethink wedding budgets, affecting traditional customs.
Jewellers note a rise in demand for simpler gold options amid declining purchasing power.
Experts attribute price increases to global market volatility and local inflation.

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Story summary

In 2023, gold prices in Jordan surged, with 24-karat gold priced at JD78.1 per gram.
The 7-gram Rashadi coin is now JD474, while the 8-gram English coin costs JD542.
High gold prices are prompting couples to rethink wedding budgets, affecting traditional customs.
Jewellers note a rise in demand for simpler gold options amid declining purchasing power.
Experts attribute price increases to global market volatility and local inflation.