Today's Metal Rates Across Major Indian Cities – July 19

July 19 presents the latest bullion snapshot for India’s top metros. Gold saw a modest rise, while silver’s price held steady.

Overall market rates: • 24‑carat gold – Rs 1,43,440 per 10 g • 22‑carat gold – Rs 1,31,450 per 10 g • 18‑carat gold – Rs 1,07,620 per 10 g • 999 silver – Rs 1,68,000 per kg

City‑specific gold prices (10 g): - Delhi: 24K Rs 1,43,590 | 22K Rs 1,31,600 - Mumbai: 24K Rs 1,43,440 | 22K Rs 1,31,450 - Kolkata: 24K Rs 1,43,440 | 22K Rs 1,31,450 - Bengaluru: 24K Rs 1,43,440 | 22K Rs 1,31,450 - Chennai: 24K Rs 1,43,440 | 22K Rs 1,31,450 - Lucknow: 24K Rs 1,43,590 | 22K Rs 1,31,600 - Noida: 24K Rs 1,43,590 | 22K Rs 1,31,600 - Hyderabad: 24K Rs 1,43,440 | 22K Rs 1,31,450 - Ahmedabad: 24K Rs 1,43,490 | 22K Rs 1,31,500 - Pune: 24K Rs 1,43,440 | 22K Rs 1,31,450

Silver rates (per kg) are uniform at Rs 1,68,000 for Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Lucknow, Noida, Ahmedabad and Pune. Chennai and Hyderabad list a higher rate of Rs 1,77,000.

The slight gold increase of about Rs 200 from July 18 reflects continued global demand and a fluctuating US dollar, according to experts.

Tips for prospective buyers: only purchase BIS‑hallmarked gold, obtain a GST‑compliant invoice, scrutinise making charges, and consider investment alternatives such as Gold ETFs or Digital Gold when looking beyond jewellery.