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Gold Buying Checklist for India: 15 Things to Check Before You Pay (Diwali 2026)
A practical checklist to run through at the jeweller: rate, purity, hallmark and HUID, making charge, GST, the bill, buyback terms and more, with live examples.
Goldmitra's Team · 18 Oct 2026
Gold Buying Guide for Diwali 2026: Dates, Prices, What to Buy and How to Pay Less
Everything you need before buying gold this Diwali: the 2026 dates, today's live rate, what each rupee of your budget actually buys, coin vs jewellery, purity, making charges and the paperwork to check.
Goldmitra's Team · 18 Oct 2026
Gold Coin vs Gold Jewellery: Which Should You Buy for Diwali 2026?
Coins carry a small premium and are easy to sell. Jewellery carries making charges you do not get back. Compare the real cost of each at today's rate and choose by purpose.
Goldmitra's Team · 18 Oct 2026
Gold Gifts Under ₹5,000 for Diwali 2026: What Your Budget Really Buys
At today's gold rate, ₹5,000 buys a fraction of a gram. See the exact weight your budget gets in 22K and 24K, what gifts are realistic, and the cheaper alternatives.
Goldmitra's Team · 18 Oct 2026
How to Calculate Gold Jewellery Price: Formula, Worked Example and Calculator Guide
Learn how a jewellery bill is built, from weight and purity to making charge and 3% GST, with live worked examples and a guide to using the Goldmitra jewellery calculator.
Goldmitra's Team · 18 Oct 2026
Lab-Grown vs Natural Diamonds: Full Comparison & Price Guide
Lab-grown and natural diamonds look identical, but their price, resale value, and long-term worth are very different. Here's the full comparison.
Goldmitra's Team · 28 Sept 2026
Best Month to Buy Gold in 2026 : The Complete Guide
Buying gold in India is about more than finding the right design or waiting for the perfect price. This guide breaks down the six golden rules of buying gold.
Goldmitra's Team · 11 Sept 2026
GST on Gold Jewellery, Explained: How the 3% Is Calculated on Your Bill
GST on gold jewellery is a flat 3% nationally — but it's 3% of what, exactly? Here's how it's actually calculated on your final bill.
Goldmitra's Team · 8 Sept 2026
Gold Making Charges Explained: What You Pay, How It Is Calculated and How to Pay Less
Making charges are the biggest variable in what you pay for gold jewellery. See what they cover, how percentage and flat-rate quotes compare, and the questions to ask before you buy.
Goldmitra's Team · 1 Sept 2026