Precious metals dip at the opening session

Mumbai, Jan 1: Gold and silver fell by Rs 50 and Rs 40 respectively in the precious metals market on the first day of the year today in the opening trading session at the bullion market, dealers at the Bombay Bullion market said today.

Following are the opening rates of spot silver and gold: Silver (per kg) 999 fineness grade : Rs 19,510 Gold (per 10 gm) Gold 99.5 purity standard mint : Rs 10,655 Gold 99.9 purity pure gold : Rs 10,705

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