What is the weight in grams?
'Grammi' — GRAM-mi. Double 'm'.
Ask about gold weight when comparing value for money. The price of gold jewellery relates directly to the weight of gold used. Knowing the weight helps you calculate a fair price.
'Peso' = weight. 'In grammi' = in grams. Gold price is calculated: weight (grams) × gold purity fraction × current gold price per gram + craftsmanship premium ('manodopera'). Asking the weight is not suspicious — it is the mark of an informed buyer.
Quanto pesa l'oro?
How much does the gold weigh?
Focuses on the metal weight.
Qual è il prezzo al grammo?
What is the price per gram?
Useful for calculating value.
Quant'è la manodopera?
What is the craftsmanship cost?
The workmanship premium on top of metal value.
In Italy, gold has been weighed and sold by the gram since medieval times. The calculation is transparent in reputable shops. Some jewellers display the current gold spot price ('prezzo dell'oro oggi') on a screen in the shop — a sign of ethical pricing practice.