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Dur-e-najaf is natural colourless quartz, rock crystal, and for many Muslim families in Pakistan, especially Shia families, it is a stone of devotion as much as a gem. That makes its pricing unusual. The material itself is not rare, yet two stones of the same weight can be priced very differently, and bazaar quotes in ratti, tola or "per piece" make comparison hard.
This guide explains what actually moves the price of dur-e-najaf, shows GemStore's own price range in the table below, and walks through the arithmetic of per-ratti quotes so you can compare sellers on equal terms. If you are worried about glass or cubic zirconia, start with our guide to spotting fake dur-e-najaf.
GemStore's dur-e-najaf prices
The table below is built from our own dur-e-najaf listings and refreshed monthly. It shows the lowest, typical and highest price per stone, and the same figures per carat and per ratti, so you can see how weight and quality affect cost.
| Weight | Weights | Stones | Per carat | Per ratti |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Dur-e-Najaf in stock | 5.4 – 97.5 ct | 17 | Rs 80 – Rs 490 | Rs 70 – Rs 450 |
A few points help when reading it. The "per ratti" column uses the standard gemstone ratti of 0.91 carat, not the smaller jeweller's ratti. The highest prices usually belong to large, very clear stones with a fine cut, not to stones with a special story. And the table covers loose stones only; a silver or gold ring adds metal weight and making charges on top. For prices across other stones, see our monthly gemstone price guide for Pakistan.
What sets the price of dur-e-najaf
1. Clarity: how "water-clear" it is
Clarity is the biggest single factor. Natural rock crystal almost always has something inside it: fine wispy veils, tiny crystals, or feathery healed cracks. A stone that looks completely clear to the eye, like a drop of still water, is priced well above one with visible clouds or white patches. Under a loupe, small natural inclusions are normal and actually reassuring, since they help separate quartz from glass.
What lowers price sharply is a crack that reaches the surface or a milky area across the face. Those are weak points in a ring as well as faults in looks.
2. Size and weight
Because clear quartz grows in large crystals, dur-e-najaf does not jump in price with size the way sapphire or ruby does. A 20 carat stone is not rare. Even so, price per carat tends to rise somewhat for large stones that stay perfectly clear, because big, clean, crack-free pieces still take more rough material to produce. For a ring, most buyers choose stones in the range of roughly 10 to 20 carats; our listings include sizes such as the 12.70 carat dur-e-najaf and the 20.05 carat dur-e-najaf.
3. Cut and shape
Dur-e-najaf is sold both as smooth cabochons and as faceted stones. A well-proportioned oval cabochon with a good dome, sitting flat on its base, is the classic ring shape. A faceted stone needs more cutting work and more careful polishing, and a well-cut one throws a bright, white sparkle. Uneven shapes, lopsided domes and a thick, heavy base (which adds weight without adding beauty) all reduce value per carat.
4. Polish and finish
Rock crystal shows every scratch and every dull patch. A mirror polish with crisp edges is a mark of careful work and adds to the price. A hazy or wavy surface, often seen on cheaply cut stones, means the stone will never look its best however clear it is inside.
5. Natural or not
This is the factor that matters most to your wallet. Glass and cubic zirconia are both sold as dur-e-najaf. Glass costs very little to make; cubic zirconia is heavy and throws coloured fire that rock crystal does not. A "dur-e-najaf" priced well below the table above is often one of these. Our comparison of dur-e-najaf and moh-e-najaf also explains how the two Najaf stones differ, since they are sometimes mixed up.
6. The story behind it
You will hear stones described as "from Najaf" or "brought back from ziyarat". Many families treasure such stones, and that is a personal and devotional value. As a matter of pricing, though, rock crystal comes from many deposits, and there is no gemmological test that can confirm where a piece of quartz was bought or picked up. Pay for what you can see: clarity, size, cut and finish. Treat the story as a blessing, not a grade.
How per-ratti pricing works in the bazaar
Many dealers in Pakistan quote dur-e-najaf per ratti. The total price is simply the weight in ratti multiplied by the rate. The difficulty is that two different ratti are in use:
- The standard gemstone ratti: 0.91 carat, about 0.182 grams. This is what GemStore uses.
- The jeweller's (sunari) ratti: about 0.1215 grams, roughly 0.61 carat.
The same stone therefore has more "ratti" on the sunari scale. A 9.10 carat stone is 10 standard ratti but about 15 sunari ratti. If one dealer quotes per standard ratti and another per sunari ratti, the second rate will look lower even when the total is higher. Our carat to ratti converter does the conversion in seconds.
Three questions to ask with any per-ratti quote
- Which ratti? Standard (0.91 carat) or sunari?
- What is the exact weight in carats? Ask for the loose stone to be weighed in front of you or shown on a scale in a photo.
- Is the price for the stone alone? Some sellers quote a set ring at a per-ratti rate that silently includes the silver.
How to compare quotes fairly
Turn every quote into a price per carat for a loose stone, then compare like with like:
- Same size bracket. Compare a 15 carat stone with others between roughly 12 and 18 carats, not with a 5 carat stone.
- Same clarity. A water-clear stone and a veiled one are different products. Ask for a daylight photo or video against a plain background.
- Same cut. Faceted and cabochon stones are priced differently.
- Same material, confirmed. A low quote for unidentified "Najaf stone" is not comparable with a quote for natural rock crystal.
- Same terms. A price with Cash on Delivery, inspection before payment and a return window is worth more than a slightly lower price with no recourse.
Budget tiers: what to prioritise
Our shop's price filters group stones into four bands. Use the table above to see where our dur-e-najaf sits, then filter by what you plan to spend:
- under 5,000 rupees: focus on natural material and a clean face. Accept small inclusions and a simpler cut.
- 5,000 to 20,000 rupees: look for an eye-clear stone of ring size with a good polish and a well-shaped dome or even facets.
- 20,000 to 50,000 rupees: large, very clear stones with a fine cut, and stones offered with a certificate.
- over 50,000 rupees: exceptional size and clarity. At this level, ask for an independent lab report before the return window closes.
These filters cover the whole shop, so the results include other stones as well. Pick dur-e-najaf from the category list, or go straight to our dur-e-najaf collection.
Common pricing traps
- The ring-weight trick. A stone already set in a ring is weighed together with the silver, and the combined weight is priced as if it were all stone.
- "Najaf rate" for unknown material. A premium is charged for a story while the stone itself is glass.
- Ratti switching. The rate is quoted per sunari ratti, so it sounds low, but the stone's weight is also counted in sunari ratti, so the total is higher.
- Rounding up the weight. A 9.40 carat stone is described as "about 11 ratti" rather than the 10.3 standard ratti it actually is.
The cost of the ring
Most dur-e-najaf is worn in a silver ring, and the ring can cost as much as or more than the stone. The price depends on the weight of silver, whether the design is plain or engraved, and the jeweller's making charges. Gold settings cost far more. Our planned guide to a chandi ring with stone explains how ring prices are built, and our stone setting service page will cover setting a loose stone you already own. Measure your finger first with our ring size guide.
A note on tradition
Dur-e-najaf is worn by many Muslims, and especially in Shia families, out of devotion and in the belief that it brings clarity and protection. Many people buy one for Muharram or for a family member's nikah. These are traditional and devotional beliefs, and we do not promise outcomes or give religious rulings; ask a scholar you trust about how and when to wear it. Our dur-e-najaf in tradition page and the planned Muharram stones guide cover this side, and how to wear dur-e-najaf covers the practical steps.
Buying dur-e-najaf from GemStore
Each stone is listed singly with its own photo, weight and price, and the price you see is for the loose natural stone. Examples include the 16.45 carat and 17.25 carat stones. A certificate is available on request, and independent lab testing can be arranged.
Pay Cash on Delivery anywhere in Pakistan, open the parcel and check the stone before paying the rider, and return it within 7 days if it is not what you expected. Orders are dispatched in 1 to 2 working days and usually arrive within about 7 working days by insured, tracked courier. For help matching a ratti weight, message us on WhatsApp at +92 308 887 3888.
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The beliefs described here are traditions, shared for interest. They are not guaranteed outcomes, religious rulings or medical advice.
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