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News India Live, Digital Desk: The day of Dhanteras comes once a year, and the tradition of buying gold, silver or anything new on this day is centuries old. It is believed that property purchased on this day increases thirteen times. But do you know that shopping at any time on Dhanteras does not give full results? According to astrology, if the purchase is made at an auspicious time and at the right time, then its effect lasts for many generations. So if you are also planning to buy gold, silver, car or any other valuable item on this Dhanteras (Friday, October 18, 2025), then before leaving the house, know which is the most auspicious time to buy. Why is it special to buy gold on this day? Dhanteras is also called ‘Dhan Trayodashi’. Are. According to mythology, on this day, from the churning of the ocean, Kuber, the god of wealth, Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Dhanvantari, the father of Ayurveda, appeared with the nectar pot. Gold and silver are considered the metals of Lord Kuber. Therefore, buying these metals on this day means directly inviting the God of wealth to your home. Dhanteras 2025: The most auspicious time for shopping. This year, many auspicious times are being formed for shopping on Dhanteras, due to which this day has become even more special. Timing of Trayodashi Tithi: Trayodashi Tithi will start from 08:41 pm on 17th October and will continue till 10:04 pm on 18th October. Since Dhanteras is worshiped during Pradosh period, this festival will be celebrated only on Friday, October 18. Best time to buy gold and silver: Labh Choghadiya: 09:14 am to 10:41 am. Amrit Choghadiya: 10:41 am to 12:08 pm. Shubh Choghadiya: 01:35 pm to 03:02 pm. Auspicious time till evening (Pradosh Kaal): If you are in the day If you are not able to make purchases, then the evening time is considered to be the most auspicious. Pradosh Kaal: 05:46 pm to 08:21 pm. During this time, Taurus ascendant will be there, which is considered extremely stable and auspicious for shopping. What else to buy apart from gold? Even if your budget is not for buying gold and silver, you can still take advantage of this auspicious day. You can bring home any of these things as per your devotion and budget: Brass utensils: Brass metal is very dear to Lord Dhanvantari. Broom: It is believed that broom drives out poverty from the house. Whole coriander: It is considered a symbol of prosperity. Keep it in your safe after the puja. Salt: Buying a packet of salt also brings happiness and peace in the house. So this Dhanteras, make purchases keeping in mind the auspicious time, so that the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi and Kuber God remain with you not only for the whole year but for generations.