Before the festive season in India, the price of gold has reached its all-time high today (26 September). On Thursday, the price of 10 grams of 24 carat gold is Rs 77,660 in Punjab. Earlier on Wednesday, its price was Rs 76,860 per ten grams. In the last 6 days in the state, gold has become costlier by Rs 1,495.
At the same time, a lot of increase is also being seen in the price of silver today. According to Gold Returns, silver has become costlier from Rs 90,730 to Rs 95,000 per kg. This year silver has reached its all-time high of Rs 94,280 per kg on 29 May.
This is the price of gold in these metros
- Delhi: The price of 10 grams of 22 carat gold is Rs 70,750 and the price of 10 grams of 24 carat gold is Rs 77,180.
- Mumbai: The price of 10 grams of 22 carat gold is Rs 70,600 and the price of 10 grams of 24 carat gold is Rs 77,020.
- Kolkata: The price of 10 grams of 22 carat gold is Rs 70,600 and the price of 10 grams of 24 carat gold is Rs 77,020.
- Chennai: The price of 10 grams of 22 carat gold is Rs 70,600 and the price of 10 grams of 24 carat gold is Rs 77,020.
Bhopal: The price of 10 grams of 22 carat gold is Rs 70,650 and the price of 10 grams of 24 carat gold is Rs 77,070.
Keep these 3 things in mind while buying gold
1. Buy only certified gold
Always buy certified gold bearing the hallmark of Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS). There is a 6-digit hallmark code on gold. It is called Hallmark Unique Identification Number i.e. HUID. This number is alphanumeric i.e. something like this- AZ4524. Through hallmarking, it is possible to find out how many carats a gold is.
2. Cross check the price
Cross check the correct weight of gold and its price on the day of purchase from many sources (such as the website of India Bullion and Jewelers Association). The price of gold varies according to 24 carat, 22 carat and 18 carat. 24 carat gold is considered the purest gold, but jewellery is not made from it because it is very soft.
3. Don't make cash payment, take bill
While buying gold, it is better to make payment through UPI (like Bhim App) and digital banking instead of cash payment. If you want, you can also make payment through debit or credit card. After this, do not forget to take the bill. If you have ordered online, then definitely check the packaging.