Gold Prices Touch Rs 81,400 Amid Huge Dhanteras Demand

Traders say silver coins have become the go-to option for token purchase on Dhanteras, ditching the traditional gold because of sky-high rates.

Gold prices rose by Rs 300 to Rs 81,400 per 10 grams, near its record high level, in the national capital on Tuesday due to heavy demand for Dhanteras by jewellers and retailers, the All India Sarafa Association reported.

Silver increased by Rs 200 to Rs 99,700 per kg on rising demand by industrial units and coin makers. It had closed at Rs 99,500 per kg on Monday.

Traders say silver coins have become the go-to option for token purchase on Dhanteras, ditching the traditional gold because of sky-high rates.