The rising dollar has led to a sharp rise in gold prices, reported 24NewsHD TV channel on Monday.

The price of gold per tola has surged by Rs1,450.

For the first time in the history of the country, a gold per tola has reached Rs147,250.

The price of 10-gram gold has also witnessed hike by Rs1243.

The price of 10-gram gold is now traded for Rs126,243.

In the international market, the price of gold remained stable at $1840 per ounce.