Akshaya Tritiya 2024: Not buying gold on May 10? Here are 4 alternatives you may consider
Here are a few ideas other than gold for those looking for alternatives to the previous metal for making purchases on the day of Akshaya Tritiya.
Akshaya Tritiya, a Hindu festival widely considered auspicious for making gold purchases, falls on May 10 this year. Here are a few ideas other than gold for those looking for alternatives to the previous metal for making purchases on the day of Akshaya Tritiya:
Alternatives options to gold
Here are a few ideas other than gold for those looking for alternatives to the previous metal for making purchases on the day of Akshaya Tritiya:
Silver
Similarly to gold, silver holds significance as a precious metal and symbol of wealth. Purchasing a silver coin on Akshaya Tritiya is widely believed to invite blessings and abundance.
Barley ('jau')
Barley, considered as valuable as gold, is another alternative to buying gold this Akshaya Tritiya. Many experts consider purchasing barley grains auspicious. They suggest planting some in the garden and storing the rest at home.
Cowrie Shells ('kauri')
Cowrie shells are often associated with Goddess Lakshmi.
Earthen Pot (Matki)
Donating an earthen pot on Akshaya Tritiya is a virtuous act often believed to attract good fortune and blessings. Providing water bowls made of earthenware for birds and animals is also considered auspicious by many.
Akshaya Tritiya: Auspicious timings to make purchases
According to Astrologer Arvind Mishra, the auspicious times to buy gold are as follows:
- Morning: 08:55 AM to 10:36 AM
- Afternoon: 12:16 PM to 04:56 PM
- Evening: 04:56 PM to 09:32 PM