Gold Price/Rate in Sikkim Today

FAQs on Gold Rate in Sikkim

• How can I check whether the Sikkim gold that I have purchased is real?

  One of the easiest ways to check the authenticity of your gold is to conduct the float test. Take your gold ornament and put it in a bowl of cold water. If the gold item sinks to the bottom of the bowl, then it is real gold since the precious metal's density is high, otherwise it fake or a plated gold ornament.

• How much pure Sikkim gold is present in 18 karat, 22 karat and 24 karat?

  The 18 karat gold is 75% pure and 25% alloy metals, 22 karat gold is 92% pure and 8% alloy metals, and 24 karat gold is 100% pure.

• Which gold is best to invest in Sikkim?

  If you are looking forward to long term investment in Sikkim then 24 karat gold is the best option. If you are looking forward to making jewellery, then investing in 22 karat or 18 karat gold would be a better option.

• Why is 24 karat gold not used for makiang jewellery in Sikkim?

  The 24-karat gold is of the highest purity and is very soft. This softness allows the yellow metal to be easily drawn into wires and beaten into sheets. Because of this exceptional softness, it is difficult for a jeweller to craft intricate jewellery pieces with 24 karat gold.

• How gold prices are gold determined in Sikkim?

  The gold prices are affected by various external factors such as the rate of Indian currency with respect to US dollar, price of oil, important political events, etc. The internal factors such as the policies introduced by the government, interest rate, the demand for gold, etc., also have an impact on gold prices in India.

• Where to buy gold in Sikkim?

  When buying gold in Sikkim, make sure that you are buying from a well-established and certified dealer. Do check if the gold is marked, stamped, engraved or in some way certified and determined to be authentic gold of whichever purity you choose - 22 karat or 24 karats.

• How can I check whether the gold that I have purchased is authentic in Sikkim?

  Best way to check is by taking your gold ornament and bringing it close to a magnet. If it sticks to the magnet then it is fake gold. Real gold will not stick to the magnet.