New Delhi, Aug. 10 -- Gold and silver prices remained volatile in early trade on Monday, 10 August, as investors weighed mixed developments in the Middle East. A stronger US dollar, coupled with rising crude oil prices, also put pressure on precious metals.

On the MCX, gold October futures were largely unchanged at Rs.1,51,870 per 10 grams, while silver September futures gained 0.90% to Rs.2,33,532 per kg on 10 August.

In the global market, spot gold held steady above $4,300 an ounce, while spot silver climbed 1% to $64.15 an ounce.

The dollar index rose 0.20%, making gold priced in the US currency more expensive for buyers holding other currencies.

Crude oil prices climbed 1% to trade above $84 a barrel amid continued uncertainty ove...