Festive guide · Dhanteras 2026
Dhanteras 2026 Buying Guide: What Gold & Silver to Buy
In short: Dhanteras 2026 is on Friday, 6 November 2026. The most popular buys are silver coins, Lakshmi Ganesh silver idols, silver utensils and gold jewellery. As of 3 October 2026, 22K gold in Deoria is ₹13,726/g and silver is ₹224/g, before 3% GST. Check the hallmark and HUID on gold, the purity on silver, and the price breakdown on both.
By Shivam Jewellers, Deoria · Updated
When Is Dhanteras 2026?
Dhanteras (Dhantrayodashi) falls on , the first day of the five-day Diwali festival. Diwali itself is on . Shopping is traditionally done during the evening pradosh muhurat; timings vary by city, so check your local panchang.
On Dhanteras, families worship Lakshmi, Kuber and Dhanvantari, and buying gold, silver or a new utensil is considered a sign of prosperity for the year ahead.
What to Buy on Dhanteras
Silver coins
The most popular Dhanteras purchase — usually stamped with Lakshmi Ganesh, Shubh Labh or Om, and kept for the Diwali puja. Small coins make affordable gifts.
Silver coinsLakshmi Ganesh silver idols
A silver Lakshmi Ganesh pair bought on Dhanteras is placed in the home temple and worshipped on Diwali.
Silver idols & articles
