Precious metals shoot up

Mumbai, Dec 5 (UNI) Silver and Gold prices today advanced further with the white metal rising by Rs 260 per kg and Gold by Rs 140 per ten gm on heavy demand from retailers, traders at the Bombay Bullion Association (BBA) said.

Following were the closing rates of spot Silver and Gold: Silver (per kg) 999 fineness grade : Rs 19,080 (18,820) Gold (per 10 gm) Gold 99.5 purity standard mint : Rs 10,270 (10,130) Gold 99.9 purity pure gold : Rs 10,320 (10,180).

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