Singapore, Sept. 12 (BNA): Gold prices rose on Friday, holding close to record highs hit earlier this week.

Spot gold was up 0.4% at $3,649.54 per ounce, as of 09:19 a.m. EDT (1319 GMT), remaining close to Tuesday's all-time high of $3,673.95. The metal has gained 1.8% so far this week and is poised for a fourth consecutive weekly advance, Reuters reported.

U.S. gold futures for December delivery were up 0.4% at $3,688.10.

Spot silver rose 1.3% to $42.08 per ounce, at a 14-year high, platinum was up 1.4% at $1,397.61 and palladium gained 2.2% to $1,214.70. All three metals were set for weekly gains.

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