Where did you buy gold or jewellery in Istanbul — and what was the labour charge?

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  Gold is sold by weight, so the useful numbers are the karat, the weight, the gram price that day and the labour charge (işçilik). Comparing those across shops is the best way to know what is fair.

  If you bought gold or jewellery in Istanbul (or anywhere in Turkey), please reply with:

  • When (month and year) and where (Grand Bazaar, Kuyumcukent, a neighbourhood jeweller, a shopping centre)
  • What: bangle, chain, ring, coins, diamond piece; karat
  • Weight and the labour charge if it was shown separately
  • For diamonds or stones: was there an independent certificate, and did it check out online?
  • Would you recommend the shop? (Naming shops is fine; please stick to your own experience.)

  Jewellers are welcome to answer questions, but please say you work in the trade.

  Read first: Buying gold in Istanbul · Buying jewellery and diamonds

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