Gold's Century Leap: From Rs 18 to Rs 1.5 Lakh - A Historical Price Surge

• Gold, once Rs 18 per tola a century ago, now commands over Rs 1.50 lakh, reflecting a massive increase.
• Between 1925-1930, 10 grams of gold cost Rs 18-20 due to global economic conditions and low demand.
• Post-1970, global economic changes, international markets, and inflation drove significant gold price hikes.
• By 1995, gold reached Rs 4,500, and by 2010, it was Rs 18,500, becoming an attractive investment.
• Global crises, investor interest, and dollar appreciation propelled gold to Rs 48,000 by 2020, crossing Rs 1.50 lakh by February 2026.