Selling gold is a major financial decision. Unfortunately, many unverified buyers in the market use opaque methods to reduce your payout. Before you hand over your precious jewelry to any buyer in Patna, make sure you check these five crucial things.
1. Demand Non-Destructive Testing
Never let a buyer melt your jewelry or damage it with acid before agreeing to a price. Always look for a buyer who uses Computerized X-Ray Testing. It is 100% safe, fast, and gives an exact purity reading.
2. Check the Live Gold Rate
Gold prices change daily. A trustworthy buyer will have the current live market rate displayed openly in their store and will calculate your payout based on that exact figure, not an outdated rate.
3. Verify Weighing Scale Accuracy
Even a discrepancy of a few milligrams can cost you thousands of rupees. Ensure the buyer uses highly calibrated digital weighing scales, and always insist that the weighing happens right in front of your eyes.
"Pro tip: Ask about stone deductions. Unethical buyers will drastically underestimate the gold weight by overestimating the weight of stones or enamel. A professional buyer will separate and calculate these transparently."
4. Ask About Hidden Charges
Some buyers promise a high rate but deduct 5% to 10% as "melting charges," "testing fees," or "handling fees" at the last minute. Confirm upfront that there are zero hidden deductions.
5. Check Their Reputation
Always sell to established buyers. Swarna Cash is a proud unit of Sweta Alankar Jewellers, bringing decades of trusted service to the Bihar market.