The Wedding gift guide
Gold is a precious metal that has been treasured for thousands of years, and nowhere is this more evident than in South Asian culture. The warmth and radiance of gold have long captured the imagination of people in this part of the world, and it has become a symbol of wealth, prosperity, and status. But gold is more than just a metal; it is a living legacy, a reminder of the love, honour, and generosity that bind us together as a community.
Gold holds deep cultural significance in South Asian culture at many milestone moments such as weddings making it the perfect gift.
The eternal and timeliness gifting of gold.
In South Asian weddings and other special occasions, it is customary to gift gold to the bride and groom as a symbol of good luck and blessings. This tradition is believed to have originated from the practice of dowry, which was a way for parents to provide financial security for their daughters.
Gold is also seen as a valuable investment, with many South Asians buying gold as a way to store and grow their wealth. This is especially true in countries like India, where gold is a popular investment option and is often used as a form of currency.
South Asian culture places a lot of emphasis on hospitality and generosity, and gifting is an important way to show appreciation and strengthen social bonds. Giving gold as a gift is seen as a way to demonstrate generosity and honor the recipient.
In addition to weddings, gold is also commonly gifted on other occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries, and religious festivals like Diwali and Eid. In some cases, gold is also given as a charitable donation or used to make offerings at temples and other religious sites.
The perfect gifting for your loved ones.
At Minted we have a range of products perfect for wedding gifting at a range of budgets and prices.
Monthly Subscriptions: Instead of gifting cash consider helping newlyweds start their blissful married life with a monthly subscription plan of gold. So they can build their financial future together through accumulating gold.
One off gift of gold with Minted: Gift a loved one a Minted one off gift of gold they can hold with Minted in our secure vaults or deliver this as a special gift for their wedding.
Bullion Bar gift - Gift a bullion bar newlyweds, visit our bullion bars to see the range of budgets from as little as £272 to £26,000 - there is something for everyone.
On a budget? - Gift a 5g bar
Splash out on a loved one - Gift a 100g bar