Precious Metals like gold and silver have been an integral part of people’s lives for millennia. Not only do they continue to have a tremendous impact on the economies and societies worldwide, but gold and silver in the form of bullion or jewellery plays an intrinsic role in customs and gifting traditions around the world. In India, Gold & Silver are considered a form of ‘Laxmi’ – the goddess of wealth, and the concept of Gifting Gold & Silver is considered auspicious in various cultures and occasions. Apart from being valued for its liquidity, purity and authenticity, many cultures also consider gold & silver as the purest exchange of love and appreciation. Gold & Silver are believed to add sparkle, glamour, and value to almost every event and ceremony. Having been placed on such a high pedestal for centuries, it is no wonder that these precious metals are still considered the best gifts on special occasions like birth, weddings, return gifts, festivals etc. These customs show that gold is not only a good investment and portfolio diversifier, it is also a treasured gift for family and friends which helps keep traditional cultural practices alive.
With the festive season around the corner, Rakshabandhan marks the beginning of this celebratory period in India. It is a unique celebration of the sibling bond, literally meaning ‘Bonds of Protection’, in which siblings express their love & appreciation for each other. The sisters tie a sacred thread called rakhi on the wrists of their precious brothers, to symbolise and strengthen their bond, while praying for their health & protection.
Along with celebrating togetherness and the ceremony of tying rakhi, the festival entails an exchange of gifts between siblings to show their adoration and gratefulness for one another.
Brothers and sisters rampage markets and stores, looking for the perfect gifts for their loving siblings. Overtime these gifting traditions have evolved to more practical and futuristic options. Lately, people are ditching their average go to gifting options, and opting for more luxurious gifts to pamper their siblings with the best.
Gold and Silver, both stand out as the trendiest, most relevant and functional gifts to present. These precious and valuable metals denote the right amount of veneration, gratitude and devotion. Gifting gold & silver in the form of coins or bars not only culminates to a futuristic investment which lasts a lifetime, but also appreciates in value and worth overtime just like precious sibling bonds.
Gifting gold & silver brings prosperity and is said to enhance one’s fortune. With these functional gifting concepts in mind, Kundan Gold carries a meticulous range of gold coins from denominations as low as 0.5 gms going up to 50 gms; & silver coins and bars starting from 5 gms and going up to 1 kg.
With an extensive range of the purest gold & silver from their exclusive refineries, ensuring highest quality, elaborate craftsmanship and beautiful designs to suit every need and pocket, Kundan Gold is a one stop shop to pick the perfect gold & silver gifts for your brothers and sisters this Rakshabandhan.
