How much does hallmarking gold jewellery cost

Following hallmarking charges are applicable:

• Rs. 35/- per article
• Minimum charges for a consignment shall be Rs. 200/- . (Services Tax and other levies as applicable shall be extra).

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The list of BIS Registered jewellers is available on BIS website and can be accessed by following the link https://www.bis.gov.in/index.php/hallmarking-overview/jewellers-registration-scheme/list-of-licensed-jewellers/

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The registered jeweller must display the BIS logo and the words “Hallmarked jewellery available for sale” on the outside of the sales store. The jeweller must show the BIS certificate of registration in his or her jewellery store. To display the purchaser the hallmark in hallmarked jewellery, the jeweller must have a magnifying glass with a minimum magnification of 10X. The jeweller must show the relationship between fineness and caratage.”

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Yes, after paying Rs. 200 in testing fees to any BIS-approved A&H centre. The list of BIS recognised A&H centres can be found under the hallmarking category on the BIS website, www.bis.gov.in.

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Yes, authentic bills/invoices of the hallmarked piece must be obtained from the retailer/jeweller. It is required for any dispute, misuse, or complaint resolution.

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Each pair of articles should be marked. To avoid any misuse of fineness/purity, customers should seek for hallmarking and fineness details in each piece.

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