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УкраїнськаWedding Rings Made from Your Own Gold: 2026 Price for a Pair, Ring and per Gram
indekscen.pl editorial team · published 30 September 2026 · prices according to the 5 October 2026 index
Having a pair of wedding rings made from your own gold in Poland most often costs PLN 900, with a typical range of PLN 590 ‑ 1,150, according to goldsmiths' price lists. This covers labour only, excluding the precious metal. A ring made from your own gold costs about PLN 800, while goldsmiths charge for small jewellery by the gram, at about PLN 70.
At a glance (as at 5 October 2026)
- A pair of wedding rings made from your own gold usually costs PLN 590 ‑ 1,150, with a median of PLN 900.
- According to goldsmiths' price lists, a ring made from supplied gold costs about PLN 800.
- The median labour charge for small jewellery made from your own gold is PLN 70.
- The cheapest pair of plain, single-colour wedding rings made from your own gold costs PLN 275 in the price lists collected.
- Engraving a wedding ring is a separate service costing about PLN 20.
An old chain inherited from your grandmother, single earrings, wedding rings from a previous relationship: a goldsmith can use this gold to make new wedding rings or a ring, with you paying mainly for labour. Below, we have collected rates from goldsmiths’ price lists, compared wedding rings, rings and small jewellery priced by the gram, and checked what may be added to the price: extra precious metal, stones, design and engraving. We do not list the price of gold itself because it depends on market quotations, not service price lists.
How much do wedding rings made from your own gold cost?
A pair of wedding rings made from your own gold usually costs PLN 590 ‑ 1,150 in labour, while the median from 3 price lists collected by indekscen.pl is PLN 900. The cheapest offer in our sources is PLN 275 for a pair of plain, single-colour wedding rings, while classic wedding rings from a more expensive workshop start at PLN 1,446.
This wide variation results from three factors: the wedding ring’s profile (plain, flat or rounded, or textured), the number of gold colours and whether the workshop makes the rings by hand or casts them in a mould. Quotes from price lists and the dates of the prices are available on the making jewellery from the customer's own gold page.
| Making jewellery from the customer's own gold: option | Median | Typically | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic service | PLN 900 | PLN 590 ‑ 1,150 | 3 |
| Labour per gram (ring, earrings, pendant) | PLN 70 | PLN 55 ‑ 85 | 2 |
| Ring (each) | PLN 800 | PLN 800 | 1 |
Median and typical range from public price lists, as at 5 October 2026. Each price includes a source and quotation on the service page.
How much does it cost to have a ring made from your own gold?
According to goldsmiths’ price lists, having a ring made from your own gold costs about PLN 800 per item. This is the price for a ring without stones: setting and purchasing a stone, as well as a 3D design for an unusual pattern, are charged separately.
Some workshops price rings by the gram of the finished item, as they do earrings and pendants. According to the sources, the labour rate is then about PLN 70, and the final price depends on the ring’s weight. For a light, simple ring, pricing by the gram can be cheaper than a per-item price; for a heavy signet ring, the opposite applies.
| Item made from your own gold | How labour is charged | Median from price lists |
|---|---|---|
| Pair of wedding rings | per pair | PLN 900 |
| Ring | per item | PLN 800 |
| Ring, earrings, pendant | per gram of the finished item | PLN 70 |
| Engraving on a wedding ring | per item | PLN 20 |
How many grams of gold are needed for one wedding ring?
One wedding ring usually requires three to six grams of gold: a narrow women’s ring weighs less, while a wide men’s ring weighs more. A pair of classic wedding rings therefore usually requires anywhere from several to over ten grams of precious metal. The goldsmith will calculate the exact amount based on the ring size, width and thickness.
Some metal is lost during remelting, and old gold may be contaminated with solder and components made from other alloys. You should therefore bring slightly more gold to the workshop than the finished wedding rings are expected to weigh. If there is not enough precious metal, the workshop will charge for the missing gold according to its own price list; this surcharge is not included in the labour cost.
How much does 1 g of gold jewellery made from your own gold cost?
According to goldsmiths’ price lists, one gram of jewellery made from your own gold costs about PLN 70, because you are paying only for labour. Goldsmiths usually price earrings, pendants, small rings and chains this way. When buying ready-made jewellery from a shop, the price per gram also includes the precious metal and the retailer’s margin, so it cannot be compared directly with the labour rate.
How long does it take to make wedding rings from your own gold?
Making wedding rings from your own gold usually takes workshops between one and several weeks, depending on their workload and whether the gold first needs to be purified and brought to the required fineness. Simple plain wedding rings are completed faster than textured designs or rings featuring two colours of gold or stones. During the wedding season, from spring to autumn, workshops receive more orders, so lead times are longer.
Before beginning the work, the goldsmith will weigh the gold in your presence, check its fineness and calculate how much precious metal is needed for wedding rings in your chosen size. Only then will they give you the final price: labour, any surcharge for missing gold or a refund for the excess. If the workshop will not record the weight of the supplied gold on the receipt, choose another one.
Wedding rings made from your own gold or ready-made ones from a shop?
Wedding rings made from your own gold are usually cheaper than ready-made ones only if you have all the precious metal required: you then pay solely for labour, typically PLN 590 ‑ 1,150 per pair. The price of ready-made wedding rings from a shop includes the gold, labour and margin, but they are available immediately and in many designs. If you have little gold, the total cost depends on the surcharge for the missing precious metal, which changes with gold quotations.
Is it worth remelting gold into jewellery?
Remelting gold into jewellery is most worthwhile when you have enough precious metal for the entire item and its sentimental value matters to you. You then pay only for labour, for example PLN 900 for a pair of wedding rings, instead of buying the gold again.
It is less worthwhile if you have little gold and need to buy most of the required amount, or if the old jewellery is valuable as a complete item (signed, antique or set with stones). In that case, jewellery repair (e.g. a chain) may be a better option: the median cost of soldering a broken chain is PLN 45, while replacing a clasp costs about PLN 115.
Steps worth taking before placing an order:
- Weigh the gold and check its fineness on every item (the stamped hallmark, for example 585 or 333).
- Separate the stones and non-gold components, or ask the goldsmith to do so.
- Have your finger measured at the workshop, preferably in the afternoon, when your hands are slightly swollen.
- Record in writing the weight of the supplied gold, the target fineness and the completion date.
- Ask about the return of any excess precious metal and the surcharge if there is not enough.
What additional costs apply to wedding rings made from your own gold?
In addition to the labour cost, typically PLN 590 ‑ 1,150 per pair, there are usually extra items worth asking about when requesting a quotation:
- Engraving inside the wedding rings: engraving a small item costs about PLN 20, with longer text or a design costing more.
- Stones and setting them, charged separately.
- 3D design for an unusual shape.
- Two colours of gold or a texture (satin or hammered finish), which increase the labour cost.
- Size adjustment after collection: making a ring smaller a gold ring costs about PLN 120.
We discuss resizing in more detail in the article making a gold or silver ring smaller, and other wedding expenses in how much does a wedding reception cost.
| Service | Median | Typically | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|
| Making jewellery from the customer's own gold | PLN 900 | PLN 590 ‑ 1,150 | 3 |
| Engraving | PLN 20 | PLN 18 ‑ 26 | 4 |
| Making a ring smaller | PLN 55 | PLN 50 ‑ 175 | 5 |
| Jewellery repair (e.g. a chain) | PLN 45 | PLN 40 ‑ 58 | 6 |
Median and typical range from public price lists, as at 5 October 2026. Each price includes a source and quotation on the service page.
How can you avoid overpaying for an item made from your own gold?
- Ask two workshops for quotations using the same specifications: width, profile, fineness, colour and engraving.
- Ask whether the price is per pair or per item, as price lists use both options.
- Choose a simple profile if budget is important: plain, single-colour wedding rings are the cheapest in the price lists.
- Do not leave your gold without a receipt stating its weight and describing the items.
- Order well in advance, preferably several weeks before the wedding.
You can find more craft services, from engraving to repairs, in the crafts and furniture category. We do not yet publish prices for this service in individual cities.
„Obrączki jednokolorowe gładkie | 275.00 PLN”
zlotnik-lombard.pl, source
„Koszt wykonania pary obrączek klasycznych - już od 1 446 zł”
WEC Złotnictwo, source
„Jeśli chodzi o przetapianie złota na obrączki, koszt może wahać się od 500 do nawet 1300 zł.”
savicki.pl, source
The prices in this article come from public price lists published by goldsmiths and jewellers, as well as trade articles. Each price has a source, date and verbatim quotation on the service page, and we update the medians together with the index (as at 5 October 2026).
Frequently asked questions
How much does 1 g of gold in jewellery cost?
Przy wyrobie z własnego złota płacisz tylko za robociznę: drobna biżuteria to według cenników około PLN 70. Cena samego kruszcu zależy od próby i bieżących notowań złota, więc nie podajemy jej w indeksie usług.
How much does it cost to have a gold chain made from your own gold?
Łańcuszek należy do drobnej biżuterii, którą złotnicy wyceniają zwykle od grama; mediana robocizny to PLN 70. Skomplikowany splot może kosztować więcej, więc poproś o wycenę konkretnego wzoru.
How much does it cost to make a gold wedding ring smaller after it has been made?
Zmniejszenie złotego pierścionka lub obrączki kosztuje według cenników około PLN 120. Lepiej jednak zmierzyć palec u złotnika przed wykonaniem, niż poprawiać gotową obrączkę.
How much does it cost to repair a gold chain?
Lutowanie zerwanego łańcuszka w jednym miejscu to mediana PLN 45, a wymiana zapięcia około PLN 115. Przy drobnej usterce naprawa jest dużo tańsza niż przetopienie łańcuszka na nowy.
Can different gold finenesses be combined in one wedding ring?
Złotnik może przetopić złoto różnych prób, ale musi dopasować stop do docelowej próby, co czasem wymaga dołożenia kruszcu. Zapytaj o to przy wycenie, bo dopłata za brakujące złoto nie jest wliczona w robociznę (PLN 590 ‑ 1,150 za parę obrączek).
Check prices with sources
Every amount quoted in the article has a source, date and verbatim quote from the price list on the service page.
Translation of the original Polish article dated 30 September 2026. Quotations from price lists are in Polish, as published by the companies. Read the original in Polish.
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