Gold rate in Kolkata, what to know before you buy or sell
Buying peaks around Durga Puja, Poila Baisakh, Dhanteras and the wedding months. Handmade pieces take more labour, so their making charge can be higher than for machine-made designs. Ask whether the charge is a percentage or an amount per gram and make sure it appears on the bill. Many Kolkata buyers choose lighter 22K pieces for daily wear and keep heavier sets for weddings, so it helps to decide the weight you want before visiting a shop.

