Laddoo Gopal Lord Krishna silver bar launched by MMTC-PAMP ahead of Akshaya Tritiya; Know price, features and other details
According to the press release, this silver bar shows a colourful, 3D image of Laddoo Gopal sitting peacefully, surrounded by designs that reflect his playful and divine nature. Laddoo Gopal is the child form of Lord Krishna, known for his playful nature and love for sweets. He is a symbol of love and innocence, and is worshipped across India. People often treat Laddoo Gopal like a member of their family, offering him laddoos and decorating his space with care.
The back side of the bar is engraved with a sacred Sanskrit shloka, 'ॐ कृष्णाय वासुदेवाय हरये परमात्मने। प्रणतः क्लेशनाशाय गोविंदाय नमो नमः॥. This verse is a prayer to Lord Krishna, praising him as Vasudeva, Hari, and Govinda, the Supreme being, who removes all troubles and protects us always.
This Laddoo Gopal Silver bar embodies celebrating India's rich spiritual heritage through intricate design and craftsmanship. MMTC-PAMP claims that the Laddoo Gopal Silver Bar is produced using advanced refining techniques and has undergone rigorous quality checks to meet global purity standards.
Samit Guha, Chief Financial and Technology Officer, MMTC-PAMP said, 'This is an unique symbol of love, devotion, and faith. Crafted with Finest Swiss craftsmanship and 99.99%+ purity, this bar serves as a spiritual keepsake for devotees of Lord Krishna. It is our tribute to India's rich cultural heritage and deep-rooted traditions, and we hope it brings blessings of joy, protection, and prosperity to all who receive it.'
How to verify the authenticity of the silver bar?
According to the press release by MMTC-PAMP, to validate the authenticity of this silver bar, you need to note down its unique number and keep the assayer certified minted card for reference.
'Each gold and silver product bought from MMTC-PAMP offers positive weight tolerance, which guarantees that every coin or bar one buys weighs more than the listed weight, ensuring customers receive the highest value for their investment,' said MMTC-PAMP in the release.
You can buy this silver bar from online shopping websites like Flipkart, Amazon and also from MMTC-PAMP website. However, do note when buying from MMTC-PAMP website there is no cash on delivery (COD) option.
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