Bhubaneswar, Feb. 19 -- Once considered an affordable and essential ornament for married women, the humble silver toe ring is now burning a hole in customers' pockets in Odisha. A piece that was once available for as low as Rs 100 is now being sold at prices ranging from Rs 1,000 to Rs 5,000, leaving buyers shocked.

Traditionally, silver toe rings have been a must-buy during weddings. Due to their affordable price, friends and relatives often gifted toe rings during marriage ceremonies. However, with the steep rise in silver prices over the past few months, many customers are now hesitant to purchase the ornament.

"At the beginning of 2025, the price of silver was around Rs 90 per gram. It remained at nearly the same level until June-Ju...