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Union Minister insists on hallmarking silver too

New Delhi, Union Consumer Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi has urged the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) to issue hallmarking procedures to ensure the quality of silver, just like gold.

Union Minister insists on hallmarking silver too
Silver Hallmark


The 78th anniversary of the establishment of the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) was celebrated in Delhi.

Speaking on the occasion, the Minister said that there have been demands from consumers for hallmarking silver as well.

Hallmark Benefits

BIS, also known as the Board of Indian Standards, certificate

A certificate that reflects the purity and quality of the metal

The code of the center that tested and hallmarked

The identity and code of the jeweler

A unique number that confirms the quality of the jewelry.

He urged the BIS to make hallmarking mandatory for silver jewellery and art facts. The central government has made hallmarking mandatory for gold jewellery and art facts to ensure the authenticity of gold and protect the welfare of consumers.

Accordingly, gold jewellery is given a unique six-digit number to ensure its purity. By extending this to silver, it is expected that the quality control measures for silver, one of the country's most valuable metals, will further expand.
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