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On Dhanteras, the traditional purchases are gold, silver, new utensils and a broom; many families also buy Gomti Chakras or a prosperity crystal such as citrine, pyrite or green aventurine. Dhanteras 2026 is on Friday, 6 November. In New Delhi the Dhanteras puja muhurat is 6:02 PM to 7:57 PM, according to Drik Panchang; timings vary by city.
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Dhanteras opens the five-day Diwali festival and is traditionally one of the most auspicious days of the year to bring something new into the home. Gold and silver remain the traditional choice; some families also add a healing crystal to their Dhanteras shopping list, a lower-cost way to mark the day than certified gemstones.
Dhanteras 2026: Date & Muhurat
Dhanteras, also called Dhantrayodashi, falls on Friday, 6 November 2026, the first of the five Diwali days. It is also observed as Dhanvantari Trayodashi, for Lord Dhanvantari, the physician of the gods. For New Delhi, Drik Panchang gives:
- Dhanteras puja muhurat: 6:02 PM to 7:57 PM (1 hour 56 minutes)
- Pradosh Kaal: 5:33 PM to 8:09 PM
- Vrishabha Kaal: 6:02 PM to 7:57 PM
- Trayodashi tithi: begins 10:30 AM on 6 November, ends 10:47 AM on 7 November
- Yama Deepam: on the evening of 6 November, within Pradosh Kaal — a lamp lit outside the home, traditionally facing south, for Yama
| City | Dhanteras puja muhurat (6 Nov 2026) |
|---|---|
| New Delhi | 6:02 PM – 7:57 PM |
| Gurgaon | 6:03 PM – 7:59 PM |
| Jaipur | 6:11 PM – 8:07 PM |
| Chennai | 6:14 PM – 8:10 PM |
| Hyderabad | 6:15 PM – 8:13 PM |
| Pune | 6:32 PM – 8:31 PM |
Source: Drik Panchang, Dhanteras 2026. Timings are local to each city. For the full festival calendar and the Lakshmi Puja muhurat on 8 November, see our Diwali 2026 Date & Muhurat guide.
What to Buy on Dhanteras
Traditionally, anything bought on Dhanteras is believed to bring prosperity for the year ahead. The usual purchases are:
- Gold and silver — coins, jewellery or small pieces, the most common Dhanteras purchase
- New utensils — usually brass, copper or silver, brought home filled rather than empty
- A broom — linked with Goddess Lakshmi and with sweeping out poverty and negativity
- Gomti Chakras — bought fresh and placed on the Lakshmi Puja thali on Diwali night
- A prosperity crystal — such as citrine, pyrite or green aventurine, kept near the cash box, desk or altar
Why Buy Crystals on Dhanteras?
Dhanteras honours Goddess Lakshmi, who governs wealth and abundance, and Lord Dhanvantari, the god of health and healing. Traditionally, anything purchased on this day — gold, silver, new utensils — is believed to multiply in value over the coming year. A crystal fits this tradition as a smaller purchase: each stone has a traditional association you can choose deliberately.
If you already keep a wealth crystal for Varalakshmi Vratham earlier in the year, the same piece can move to your Dhanteras altar — one crystal carried across multiple Lakshmi observances rather than a new purchase for each.
Best Crystals to Buy This Dhanteras
| Crystal | Traditionally Associated With | Ideal For |
|---|---|---|
| Citrine | Prosperity & Business Success | Entrepreneurs, shop owners |
| Pyrite | Confidence & Wealth Mindset | Professionals, business owners |
| Green Aventurine | Luck & Opportunity | Career growth |
| Green Jade | Steady Growth & Abundance | Families, new beginnings |
| Selenite | Cleansing & Positive Energy | Lakshmi Puja altar, home |
| Black Tourmaline | Protection & Grounding | Homes and workspaces |
| Gomti Chakra | Lakshmi blessings & protection from nazar | Lakshmi Puja thali, locker or cash box |
We've written an in-depth guide on the best crystals for wealth, money & business success — here's a quick Dhanteras-specific shortlist:
Citrine — The Wealth Stone
Known as the "merchant's stone," Citrine is a common Dhanteras choice, traditionally kept near the cash box or business till for money and business success.
Pyrite — Confidence & Business
Pyrite is iron sulphide, the mineral known as fool's gold, and in crystal tradition it is linked with confidence and prosperity. A Pyrite Tree is often kept in the wealth corner of a home or shop. Our guides cover pyrite stone meaning and uses, where to keep pyrite at home and which hand to wear a pyrite bracelet. Keep pyrite dry, as it stains in damp.
Green Aventurine — Luck & Opportunity
Green aventurine is traditionally called the stone of opportunity and is often chosen by people starting a new job or business. See our guide to green aventurine bracelet benefits.
Green Jade — Prosperity & Growth
Green Jade — especially in the form of a Ganesha idol — has long been linked with steady, long-term prosperity, which makes it a choice for those starting new ventures this Dhanteras. Our Crystal Ganesha Idol guide covers which stone suits which intention.
Selenite — Clearing the Space
Before inviting new abundance in, many traditions recommend clearing old, stagnant energy first. For Dhanteras specifically, a Selenite piece pairs cleansing energy with the traditional "Shubh Labh" symbol of auspicious wealth.
Gomti Chakra — The Traditional Dhanteras Pick
Many families buy a fresh set of 11 Gomti Chakras on Dhanteras, place them on the Lakshmi Puja thali on Diwali night, and then keep them wrapped in red cloth in the locker for the year. Our Gomti Chakra guide explains how many to keep and where.
The full wealth-crystal lineup
For a single piece that combines several wealth stones, the Money Magnet Bracelet has five on one band; our money magnet bracelet guide explains what each stone is traditionally for. For every stone in detail, see the complete Wealth & Money Success Crystal Guide.
Dhanteras Crystals by Budget
Prices as of October 2026, with free shipping on prepaid orders.
| Budget | Pick | Price | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under ₹1,500 | Money Magnet Bracelet | ₹999 | Five wealth stones in one piece you wear daily |
| Under ₹1,500 | Selenite Shubh Labh Plate | ₹1,099 | The Shubh Labh symbol for the puja altar |
| Under ₹1,500 | Pyrite Turtle with Selenite Plate | ₹1,299 | A desk piece for the shop counter or office |
| Under ₹1,500 | Rudraksha & Gomti Chakra Pyramid | ₹1,299 | Gomti Chakra in a form that sits on a shelf |
| ₹1,500–₹3,000 | Pyrite Energy Crystal Tree | ₹2,099 | A common wealth-corner tree |
| ₹1,500–₹3,000 | Shubh Labh Desk Set | ₹2,199 | Pyrite turtle and pen — a business-owner gift |
| ₹1,500–₹3,000 | Gomti Chakra Puja Set | ₹2,699 | Traditional Dhanteras and Lakshmi Puja set |
| ₹3,000+ | Lakshmi Puja Deluxe Set | ₹3,899 | Citrine tree with crystal diyas for the puja corner |
| ₹3,000+ | Natural Green Jade Ganesha Idol | ₹4,499 | A permanent murti for Lakshmi-Ganesh puja |
Crystal or Gold on Dhanteras?
They do different jobs, and many families buy both.
| Gold or silver | Crystal | |
|---|---|---|
| Main reason to buy | Tradition plus a store of value | Tradition and a daily reminder of an intention |
| Typical spend | Tens of thousands of rupees for jewellery | ₹999 to ₹5,000 for most pieces |
| Resale value | Yes, tied to the metal price | No — a crystal is not an investment |
| Where it goes | Locker or worn on occasions | Puja altar, desk, cash box or worn daily |
If your Dhanteras purchase is meant to hold money value, buy gold or silver. If it is meant to mark the day and sit where you will see it every day, a crystal fits.
Buying for Someone Else This Dhanteras
Many Dhanteras purchases are gifts, bought on the auspicious day and given over the Diwali weekend that follows. If that is what you are shopping for, our roundup of 10 crystal gift ideas for Diwali covers the pieces that present best, from Lakshmi-Ganesh idols and Shubh Labh plates to crystal trees and tea-light holders. Shopping for your wife? See our Diwali gift for wife guide.
Healing Crystals vs. Navratna Gemstones: What's the Difference?
A common Dhanteras question: should you buy a certified gemstone (like Ruby or Yellow Sapphire) or a healing crystal (like Citrine or Green Jade)? Here's the distinction:
| Navratna Gemstones | Healing Crystals |
|---|---|
| Prescribed per individual birth chart, usually by an astrologer | Chosen freely based on intention (wealth, calm, protection) |
| Requires a planetary compatibility check before wearing | Usually chosen without a birth-chart check |
| Higher price point, often requires certification | More affordable, accessible entry point |
| Typically worn as jewellery per astrological rules | Used flexibly — bracelets, home décor, altar pieces |
Neither is "better" — they serve different purposes. If you're new to crystals or simply want to mark Dhanteras with a meaningful purchase, healing crystals are a low-risk, intention-based way to start.
What to Avoid Buying on Dhanteras
Alongside what to buy, tradition also flags what to avoid on this day:
- Iron or steel items — associated with Shani (Saturn) and considered inauspicious for this particular day
- Sharp objects like knives or scissors — believed to "cut" incoming prosperity
- Empty vessels or wallets — always fill new utensils or purses with rice, coins, or water before bringing them home
- Glassware — considered fragile symbolism, best avoided for Dhanteras specifically
What to skip when buying crystals
- Neon-bright "citrine" — an even, bright yellow on every bead usually means dyed glass
- Very light "pyrite" — real Pyrite is heavy for its size; light golden beads are usually painted resin
- Broken or chipped Gomti Chakras — tradition asks for whole pieces on the puja thali
- Selenite or Pyrite for an abhishek — both are damaged by water, so keep them off the wet thali
When to Order So It Arrives Before Dhanteras
Calminds delivers within 0–7 days across India, with free shipping on prepaid orders and cash on delivery available. Order by Friday 30 October for Dhanteras (6 November) and by Sunday 1 November for Diwali (8 November). Courier networks get congested in early November, so earlier is safer.
Cleansing & Charging Your New Crystal
Once you've brought your Dhanteras crystal home, crystal tradition recommends cleansing it before use — especially if it will sit on your altar through Lakshmi Puja. Our full crystal cleansing and recharging guide covers which method suits which stone. Note that Selenite and Pyrite should never be cleansed with water.
Buying for Your Team or Clients This Dhanteras
Dhanteras is also a popular time for businesses to gift clients and employees. If you're sourcing crystals in bulk for your office or client gifting, see our Corporate Gifting page.
Every Calminds crystal goes through our S.P.A.C.E. process (sourced, purified, activated, crafted, examined) and is Reiki-charged before dispatch by founder Sweeny Panjrath, a Certified Reiki Grandmaster with 15 years of Reiki practice. Not sure which crystal matches your intention? Get a free personalised Crystal Recommendation, or see our Diwali Rashi Crystal Gift Guide.
Disclaimer: Healing crystals are used in holistic wellness traditions for symbolic, mindfulness, and personal wellbeing purposes. They are not intended to replace medical advice, financial planning, or astrological remedies, and individual experiences may vary.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I buy on Dhanteras 2026?
On Dhanteras, the traditional purchases are gold, silver, new utensils and a broom. Many families also buy a fresh set of Gomti Chakras for the Lakshmi Puja thali, or a prosperity crystal such as citrine, pyrite or green aventurine. Dhanteras 2026 is on Friday, 6 November.
What is the best crystal to buy on Dhanteras 2026?
Citrine is a common choice, traditionally associated with wealth and business prosperity and often bought alongside gold and silver. Pyrite and Gomti Chakra are the other common picks.
What time is the Dhanteras 2026 shopping muhurat?
In New Delhi, the Dhanteras puja muhurat on Friday, 6 November 2026 is 6:02 PM to 7:57 PM, according to Drik Panchang, within Pradosh Kaal (5:33 PM to 8:09 PM). Timings vary by city: Jaipur is 6:11 PM to 8:07 PM, Hyderabad 6:15 PM to 8:13 PM and Pune 6:32 PM to 8:31 PM.
Can I buy healing crystals instead of gold on Dhanteras?
Yes. While gold and silver remain traditional, many families accept a healing crystal as an affordable, intention-based purchase. Unlike gold, a crystal has no resale value, so buy it for its meaning, not as an investment.
Is it auspicious to buy Gomti Chakra on Dhanteras?
Yes. Buying a fresh set of Gomti Chakras on Dhanteras and placing them on the Lakshmi Puja thali on Diwali night is a widely followed tradition. Eleven is the most common number.
When should I order crystals to arrive before Dhanteras 2026?
Order by Friday 30 October for delivery before Dhanteras on 6 November. Calminds delivers within 0–7 days across India.
Should a new crystal be cleansed before use?
Crystal tradition recommends cleansing a new crystal before placing it on your altar or using it in puja. Never use water on selenite or pyrite.
What should I avoid buying on Dhanteras?
Traditionally, iron or steel items, sharp objects, empty vessels, and glassware are avoided on Dhanteras, as they're considered inauspicious for this specific day.
Read Next
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- Pyrite Stone: Meaning, Benefits & Uses
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- Gomti Chakra Benefits: How Many to Keep & Where
- 10 Crystal Gift Ideas for Diwali
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