Wedding Gold: Hantaran Calculator & Mas Kahwin Rates by State
How much does gold for hantaran or mas kahwin cost? Work out the value of 916/999 gold at today's price, and check the official mas kahwin rate by state.
Gold value uses today's Kijang Emas price (916 ≈ 999 × 0.916). Workmanship is typically RM10–40/g depending on design — adjust above. The actual shop price may differ.
Mas kahwin rate by state (first marriage)
The official minimum mahar (obligatory payment) for a first marriage — usually given as cash. Rates differ for divorcees, and Perlis, Kedah, Terengganu & Kelantan set no fixed rate. Confirm with your District Islamic Affairs Office (PAID) before the akad.
Mas kahwin vs hantaran — what's the difference?
- Mas kahwin (mahar) — OBLIGATORY in Islam, given by the groom to the bride as a pillar of the marriage. The minimum is set by the state (above), usually cash.
- Hantaran — CUSTOM, not obligatory. It includes gold jewellery, and its value is agreed by both families (often RM1,000–5,000+).
- Hantaran gold is usually 916 (jewellery) — use the calculator above to estimate cost at today's price + workmanship.
Mas kahwin rates are a 2026 reference — confirm with your state PAID. The calculator gives an estimated gold value at the current price; the real shop price includes differing workmanship & margin. Not religious or financial advice.
Check today's official gold price →Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between mas kahwin and hantaran?
Mas kahwin (mahar) is obligatory in Islam — the groom gives it to the bride as a pillar of the marriage, and each state sets a minimum, usually a modest cash amount. Hantaran is custom rather than obligation: the gift exchange between families, which commonly includes gold jewellery.
How much gold is typical for hantaran?
There is no fixed rule — families agree the value between themselves. Gold is usually quoted in mayam, and 1 mayam of 916 is worth about RM 1,765.33 in gold content today, before workmanship. Use the calculator on this page to price the weight you have in mind.
What are the mas kahwin rates by state?
They vary: Selangor, Kuala Lumpur and Putrajaya set RM300, Negeri Sembilan RM200, Sarawak RM120, Perak RM101, Melaka, Pahang and Sabah RM100, Labuan RM80, Penang RM24 and Johor RM22.50. Perlis, Kedah, Terengganu and Kelantan set no fixed rate. Confirm with your district religious office before the akad.
How do I budget for wedding gold?
Take the weight you want in grams, multiply by today's 916 price for the gold content, then add workmanship — typically RM10 to RM40 per gram depending on how intricate the design is. The calculator above does this for you at the live price.
Should I buy 916 or 999 for a wedding gift?
916 is the norm for wearable jewellery and holds up to daily use. If the gift is meant to keep its value rather than be worn, 999 coins or small bars carry a lower workmanship cost and a tighter resale spread, so more of what you spend stays in the metal.