Both gold and silver prices were trading on the lower side of the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) on Wednesday, April 19, 2023.
Gold futures, maturing on June 5, 2023, stood at Rs 60,465 per 10 grams, after recording a marginal dip of Rs 68 or 0.11 per cent. The previous close was recorded at Rs 60,488.Similarly, silver futures, due on May 5, 2023, witnessed a downfall of Rs 35 or 0.05 percent and were retailing at Rs 75,300 per kg on the MCX against the previous close of Rs 75,249.
GOLD AND SILVER PRICES IN MAJOR CITIES
CITY GOLD (per 10 grams, 22 carats) SILVER (per kg)
NEW DELHI Rs 55,990 Rs 77,400
MUMBAI Rs 55,840 Rs 77,400
KOLKATA Rs 55,840 Rs 77,400
CHENNAI Rs 56,440 Rs 80,500
The price of gold varies for different regions in the country based on certain parameters such as the excise duty, making charges and the state taxes.