{"id":172665,"date":"2026-02-24T07:17:18","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T07:17:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vana2.keefirivunts.ee\/?p=172665"},"modified":"2026-02-27T07:49:05","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T07:49:05","slug":"gold-price-then-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vana2.keefirivunts.ee\/en\/gold-price-then-now\/","title":{"rendered":"Gold Price: Then & Now"},"content":{"rendered":"

It\u2019s pretty incredible that I\u2019ve been making jewelry for almost 10 years<\/b><\/span> now. Through sleepless nights and countless hours chasing tiny details, I\u2019ve put a lot of heart and dedication into every piece\u2014so that each one would be special and meaningful<\/b><\/span>.<\/p>\n

At the same time, the price of gold<\/b><\/span> has made a wild leap as well, and by today (February 24, 2026) it has reached a level that would have been hard to imagine 10 years ago.<\/p>\n

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Quick Summary<\/b><\/h2>\n
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    The price of gold in euros has multiplied<\/b><\/span> over the last 10+ years.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    I\u2019ve tried to slow down<\/b><\/span> price increases and have absorbed part of the rising costs myself, but with the current price rally, changes are unavoidable.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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    If you already have a ring in mind, then <\/span>honestly, right now is one of the best times to place your order<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    Gold price: then and now<\/b><\/h2>\n

    When I started making jewelry, the price of gold per ounce in euros was very different.<\/p>\n

    A quick reference point:<\/p>\n

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      In 2014<\/b><\/span>, the price of gold per ounce in euros was most often around \u20ac930\u2013\u20ac975<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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      Today (24.02.2026)<\/b><\/span>, the price of gold in Europe is approximately \u20ac4,390 \/ oz (24K)<\/b><\/span>.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      That\u2019s a huge jump. And gold isn\u2019t the only thing\u2014other costs (labor, energy, supply chain, tools, services) have also risen steadily.<\/p>\n

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      Why does this affect the pricing of engagement rings and gold rings?<\/b><\/h2>\n

      Keefirivunts jewelry is made here in Estonia<\/b><\/span>\u2014from design to finishing. It doesn\u2019t come from a production line, and it\u2019s not cheap mass manufacturing. It\u2019s handcraft, where:<\/p>\n

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        materials have a real market price (and it changes quickly),<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        the work is precise and time-consuming,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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        and I have no intention of cutting corners on <\/span>quality<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        For years I\u2019ve tried to hold back price increases and absorbed rising costs myself\u2014material costs and wages. But with today\u2019s prices, the honest answer is: a price increase is inevitable<\/b><\/span>.<\/p>\n

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        What\u2019s next? (Pricing changes)<\/b><\/h2>\n

        The reality is that due to rising material and other costs\u2014and my unwavering commitment to quality\u2014there will be changes to pricing in the new year<\/b><\/span>.<\/p>\n

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          How much exactly? It\u2019s impossible to lock it 100% today<\/b><\/span>, because material prices keep moving.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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          But the direction is clear: with today\u2019s input costs<\/b><\/span>, keeping the old pricing is not realistic.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          I know this can feel discouraging\u2014and I truly understand that. That\u2019s exactly why I wanted to give a heads-up early. If you\u2019ve been eyeing a ring or thinking about ordering, now is a good time to finalize your order<\/b><\/span>. This isn\u2019t a sales trick\u2014just an honest description of the situation.<\/p>\n

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          Why is a handcrafted piece worth it?<\/b><\/h2>\n

          A handmade piece of jewelry isn\u2019t just an accessory. It\u2019s:<\/p>\n

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            quality that lasts,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            details that stand out,<\/p>\n<\/li>\n

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            a symbol that carries a story and meaning.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            Thank you for being part of this journey and for supporting a small Estonian brand that believes things should be done properly\u2014even when it\u2019s not always the easiest or cheapest path.<\/p>\n

            If you have questions or want to talk through your choice, feel free to reach out.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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