Dhanteras 2023: 5 ways to check if your Gold is genuine

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5 ways to check if your Gold is genuine

Diwali 2023: Here are some critical indicators for consumers to watch out for when confirming the authenticity of gold hallmarking. Image credits: our own

HUID number

A six-digit alphanumeric code is assigned to each piece of Gold sold. Before April 1, 2023, this code consisted of only four digits. Image credits: our own

BIS mark

Hallmarked gold jewellery must have the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) mark, represented by a triangle. It is among the trustworthy markers of purity. Image credits: our own

Bill breakup

Purchasers must ask for a thorough bill breakdown and compare the hallmarking expenses with the prices established by the Assay and Hallmarking Centres (AHCs). Image credits: Getty

Gold hallmarking

A method called gold hallmarking verifies the purity of Gold in jewellery. It protects the public against adulteration and acts as a guarantee of purity and fineness. Image credits: Getty

Store address

Verify the store address against the guidelines set by BIS. This step further fortifies the legitimacy of the purchase. Image credits: Getty Find Next One