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OriginalSourceThe Economic TimesIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityPublished09:20 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFCSourceThe Economic TimesIndiaLeanCenterCredibilityPublished09:20 UTCRatings: AllSides, MBFC

“7 things to check before buying gold”

Seven checks before buying gold for Dhanteras and Diwali.

Key points

  • Buyer's should verify gold purity (22k, 18k, 14k) and BIS hallmark with HUID.
  • Ask jeweller for exact weight and state gross vs net gold weight on bill.
  • Know the daily gold rate and how it varies by day and jeweller.
  • Understand making charges and wastage with price breakups, not a lump sum.
  • Check buyback and exchange policies before purchase and possible deductions.

By ET

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