Silver Shri Kuber Yantra plate for Dhanteras puja

Auspicious Silver Items for Dhanteras & Diwali Puja: Fish, Turtle, Yantras, Kuber & More

Dhanteras, on Friday 6 November 2026, opens the five days of Diwali, with Lakshmi Puja on Sunday 8 November. Alongside coins and utensils, many families bring home small silver symbols on Dhanteras, each linked with prosperity, protection or blessings, and place them in the Lakshmi Puja on Diwali night.

This guide explains the traditional meaning of the most popular auspicious silver items (fish, turtle, yantras, Kuber, coins and more) and lists the silver puja items you need for Diwali, all available from our Melbourne store.

The meanings below are traditional and Vastu beliefs that vary between families and regions. Follow your own family custom or your pandit's advice.

Auspicious silver items to buy on Dhanteras

1. Silver coin: the classic Dhanteras purchase

A silver coin with Lakshmi and Ganesha is the most popular Dhanteras buy. It is worshipped in the Lakshmi Puja and then kept in the puja room, locker or cash box as a symbol of wealth for the year ahead. Many families add one coin every year.

See all 999 silver coins.

2. Silver fish (Matsya): abundance and good fortune

The fish is linked with Matsya, the first avatar of Lord Vishnu, and a pair of fish is one of the eight traditional auspicious symbols (Ashtamangala). A silver fish is believed to invite abundance and good luck, and is often kept in the puja room, locker or wallet.

3. Silver turtle (Kachhua): stability and long life

The turtle represents Kurma, the avatar of Vishnu who supported Mount Mandara during the churning of the ocean, from which Goddess Lakshmi emerged. In Vastu, a metal turtle is associated with stability, patience and long life, and many families keep one facing into the home or in the north.

4. Shri Yantra and Lakshmi Yantra: prosperity

The Shri Yantra is a sacred geometric diagram associated with Goddess Lakshmi and the divine feminine. It is worshipped for prosperity and harmony, and Dhanteras and Diwali are considered especially auspicious days to install one.

5. Kuber Yantra and Kubera idol: wealth

Lord Kubera, the treasurer of the gods, is worshipped alongside Lakshmi on Dhanteras. A Kuber Yantra or Kubera idol is traditionally kept in the locker, cash box or the north of the home, as north is considered Kubera's direction.

6. Lakshmi Charan Paduka: welcoming Lakshmi home

Lakshmi's footprints symbolise the goddess entering the home. On Diwali, many families draw footprints at the entrance leading towards the puja; a silver Charan Paduka can be placed in the mandir all year round.

7. Silver elephant: Gaja Lakshmi and strength

Elephants are associated with Gaja Lakshmi, the form of Lakshmi flanked by elephants, and with strength and good fortune. In Vastu, a pair of elephants is often placed at the entrance or in the living room.

8. Swastik and Shankh: auspicious beginnings

The swastik is an ancient symbol of good fortune, drawn at the entrance and on puja items during Diwali. The shankh (conch) is associated with Lakshmi, who rose from the ocean, and with Vishnu.

Silver items for your Diwali Lakshmi Puja

Here is a simple checklist of silver puja items for Diwali night. Silver pieces can be cleaned and reused every year.

Lakshmi and Ganesha idols

The centre of the puja. Choose an idol with both deities, or a pair. Browse the Laxmi & Ganesha collection, or read How to Choose a Silver Idol for Your Home Mandir.

Diyas

Bell, plates and kalash

Silver offerings (bhog and samagri)

Silver replicas of traditional offerings are placed in the puja and kept as lasting symbols of abundance.

See everything in Other Religious Items and our Diwali Gifts collection.

Dhanteras gift ideas by budget

  • Under $60: silver fish pair, turtle pair (1 g), Shri Yantra plate or swastik set
  • $60–$150: Kuber Yantra plate, Lakshmi Charan Paduka, silver fish on base, 10 g Lakshmi Ganesha coin
  • $150–$300: Kubera idol, turtle (22 g), elephant pair (20 g), Shree Lakshmi Yantra in display box
  • Something special: elephant pair (60 g), diya centrepiece lamp, or a Lakshmi Ganesha idol

Order in time for Dhanteras

Standard delivery across Australia takes 3 to 8 business days, so we recommend ordering by Friday 30 October to receive your silver before Dhanteras. Orders over $98 ship free. Muhurat timings differ by city, so check a local panchang for your purchase and puja.

Frequently asked questions

What is lucky to buy on Dhanteras?

Silver coins, utensils and auspicious silver symbols such as a fish, turtle, Shri Yantra, Kuber Yantra or Lakshmi Charan Paduka are all traditional Dhanteras purchases.

Where should I keep a Kuber Yantra?

It is traditionally kept in the locker, cash box or the north of the home, which is considered Kubera's direction.

Why is a silver fish considered lucky?

The fish is linked with Vishnu's Matsya avatar, and a pair of fish is one of the eight auspicious symbols. It is traditionally associated with abundance and good fortune.

Can I use silver puja items every year?

Yes. Silver lasts for generations. Wipe pieces with a soft cloth after the puja and store them dry. See our silver care guide.

More reading: What to Buy on Dhanteras 2026 and 925 vs 999 Silver.

Wishing you and your family a prosperous Dhanteras and a joyful Diwali.

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