Preparations are in full swing to celebrate Diwali. And that is not much time. Because, on Sunday, the whole country will worship Maa Kali. The Friday before that is Dhanteras (Dhanteras 2026) or Dhantrayodashi. Ideal day to buy precious metals. It is said that after churning the sea, Dhanvantari came up with a treasure of nectar on this day. So it is Dhanvantari's birthday. And the Gods were protected from all diseases and even death by the touch of that all-healing nectar. So householders buy precious metals on this day. Gold has the highest demand in this list of precious metals.
Meanwhile, the price of gold is a bit high according to middle class pockets. That said, do not buy gold on the day of Dhanteras? Definitely buy if you can. But it is also important to buy with understanding. Because, when you buy precious metals for the prosperity of the world with such a price, you want the pure thing, don't you? So, before buying gold, keep a few things in mind.
- If you want to buy gold, buy gold with hallmarks. 18 carat, 22 carat, 24 carat gold is available. Don't buy 18 or 22 carat gold thinking it will be cheap, look for the 24 carat hallmark as per Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS).
- Bargaining is essential when buying gold jewellery. Bargaining in flashy shops is not right, but you would be wrong if you think so. In case of gold price, some money is also charged as making charge. If you can reduce it a little, the profit is yours! However, on the occasion of Dhanteras, many shops are discounting the gold jewelery making charges.
- Don't rush into a store and buy gold. Understand the difference in jewelry making charges before visiting a few places. Then choose the jewelry and buy it.
- If you buy gold from a shop, you must take the invoice. Because invoice is very important if you want to get profit by selling gold later. Invoices are also important for income tax calculations.
Before buying gold, check its weight. Gold is now usually measured on digital scales. But don't believe it without seeing the weight with your own eyes.