Gold Ounce Bar (2024) Diwali, PAMP, Coin from Switzerland - detailed information

In Switzerland, apart from the government-owned Swissmint, there are also some private mints producing bullion which is not legal tender and is targeted at investors and not at coin collectors, such as this one-ounce gold piece.

This one-ounce gold bar, known as Lakshmi and Peacock, is part of the Faith bullion range by PAMP Suisse featuring a religious theme, and is dedicated to the Indian festival Diwali; it is the third design PAMP featuring the festival..

Also known as the Festival of Lights, Diawli is one of the most celebrated holidays in India. Beginning on Dhanteras and ending on Bhai Dooj, the holiday is observed to commemorate Lord Rama and Sita's return home after being exiled for 14 years in the forest. Diwali is a celebration meant to symbolize the spiritual victory of light over darkness or good over evil. Tradition is that homes are illuminated with lights, candles and firecrackers.