Local Tester

Since 1998 · Surat

Jewellery crafted for the moments you never forget

BIS hallmarked gold, certified diamonds and bridal sets designed in-house by our own karigars.

Bridal gold necklace on red silk

Our story

Three generations of honest gold in Surat

Hallmarked gold and bridal jewellery, made by our own karigars since 1998.

What began as a six-foot counter on Ghod Dod Road is today a showroom of 40 karigars and designers. We still weigh every piece in front of you, explain every charge on the bill, and treat every bride who walks in like family.

Visit our showroom
Local Tester family at the showroom counter
28+Years in Surat
12,000+Families served
40[SuffixIn-house karigars
4.9★Google rating

What we do

Services crafted around you

From your first bridal fitting to repairs years later, we stay with you.

Bridal JewelleryCustom DesignGold ExchangeCertified DiamondsRepair & PolishSilver Gifts

Why Local Tester

Why 12,000+ families trust us with their gold

Six promises we keep at every counter, on every bill.

100% BIS hallmarked

Every gram carries a HUID hallmark you can verify yourself on your phone.

Weighed in front of you

Digital scales at every counter and a bill that lists gold, stones and making separately.

Lifetime exchange

Exchange or upgrade any Local Tester piece at the day's gold rate, for life.

Designs made in-house

Our own karigars craft custom pieces, so you get exactly what you imagined.

Certified diamonds

IGI-certified solitaires with buy-back assurance and one year of free insurance.

Fair making charges

Making charges from 8%, printed on the bill and never hidden as wastage.

Reviews

Loved by 12,000+ families

Real words from customers across Surat and Gujarat.

★★★★★
Transparent pricing and the gold exchange rate was better than anywhere else we checked.
Hetal ShahVesu
★★★★★
Got a custom ring designed in two days. The 3D preview made it so easy.
Arjun PatelPiplod
★★★★★
Third generation of our family buying here. Same trust, better designs every year.
Kokila MehtaAthwa
★★★★☆
Polished my old bangles while I waited. They look new.
Ritu JoshiCitylight
★★★★★
Helpful staff, no pressure to buy. They explained hallmarking and wastage clearly, which I really appreciated as a first-time buyer.
Sanjay NairPal
★★★★★
Beautiful bridal collection and they delivered before the date they promised.
Neha KapadiaBride, Vesu

FAQ

Questions we hear every day

Straight answers about gold, diamonds, exchange and payments.

Is all your gold BIS hallmarked?

Yes. Every gold piece carries a BIS hallmark with a unique 6-digit HUID code. You can verify it on the BIS CARE app before you pay.

How is the gold exchange value calculated?

We test your old gold on our karat meter in front of you, then pay the day's live rate for its purity. There are no hidden deductions when you exchange against new jewellery.

What are your making charges?

Making charges start at 8% for machine-made chains and go up to 18% for handcrafted bridal work. The exact charge is printed on every bill.

Can you make a custom design from a photo?

Yes. Share a photo or sketch on WhatsApp and we send a 3D design preview within 48 hours. Most custom pieces are ready in 2 to 3 weeks.

Do you offer buy-back on diamonds?

Certified diamonds bought from us can be exchanged at 90% or sold back at 80% of the current value, with the original certificate and bill.

Which payment options do you accept?

Cash, UPI, all debit and credit cards, bank transfer, and 0% EMI on select cards for purchases above ₹25,000.

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