Precious metals showed mixed trends in the Indian markets today. Gold is trading on the lower side of the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX) while silver prices have recorded a hike on Monday, June 17.
Gold futures, maturing on August 5, 2024, stood at Rs 71,955 per 10 grams, after recording a marginal dip of Rs 10 or 0.01 per cent. The previous close was recorded at Rs 71,965.
Meanwhile, silver futures, due on July 5, 2024, witnessed a hike of Rs 65 or 0.07 per cent and were retailing at Rs 89,155 per kg on the MCX against the previous close of Rs 89,090.
GOLD AND SILVER PRICES IN MAJOR CITIES
| CITY | GOLD (per 1 grams, 22 carats) | SILVER (per kg) |
| NEW DELHI | Rs 6,645 | Rs 91,000 |
| MUMBAI | Rs 6,630 | Rs 91,000 |
| KOLKATA | Rs 6,630 | Rs 91,000 |
| CHENNAI | Rs 6,690 | Rs 95,600 |
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.