Gold prices today are ₹99,370 for 24-carat gold and ₹98,980 for 22-carat gold across the country. The rates have been updated today, aligning with industry standards.
**Understanding the Types of Gold**
**24 Carat Gold**
24-carat gold is the purest form of gold, with a purity of 99.9%. It is commonly used for making gold coins and bars because of its high purity level. It contains no other metals.
**22 Carat Gold**
22-carat gold is often preferred for jewelry. It consists of 22 parts gold and 2 parts of other metals, such as silver or nickel. The addition of these metals makes the gold more durable and suitable for intricate jewelry designs. 22-carat gold has a purity of 91.67%.