1 g Gold Bar | Valcambi

1 g Valcambi Gold Bar — popular small format from a Swiss LBMA refinery

1 g of 999.9/1000 fine gold (.9999) in a minted bar format from Valcambi SA — a Swiss refinery with LBMA Good Delivery accreditation since 1968. The product comes sealed in an original Certipack with an assay card confirming weight, fineness and individual serial number.

The 1 g format is one of the most frequently chosen small gold bullion weights. This weight serves as a natural starting point for those building a precious metals portfolio through regular, modest purchases — while retaining full producer identification and the highest fineness standard.

Technical specification

Why this product?

• Popular format for regular accumulation — 1 g allows building a gold position gradually, without a large one-time expenditure.
• 999.9/1000 fineness (.9999) — the highest purity standard for gold bullion, identical across all Valcambi weight formats.
• LBMA Good Delivery since 1968 — Valcambi SA is among the refineries accredited by the London Bullion Market Association to the highest quality standards.
• Certipack with assay card — original producer packaging with individual serial number, weight and fineness confirmation.
• Global recognition — Valcambi products are accepted by precious metals dealers on every continent.

Valcambi SA — Swiss precious metals refinery

Valcambi SA has operated since 1961 from Balerna in Canton Ticino — the Italian-speaking part of Switzerland. The refinery processes gold, silver, platinum and palladium, with an annual processing capacity exceeding 2,000 tonnes. Over more than six decades Valcambi has grown from a local facility into one of the world's largest precious metals processors.

Valcambi obtained LBMA Good Delivery accreditation for gold in 1968. This status means the refinery's bars meet the rigorous requirements of the London Bullion Market Association regarding fineness, weight and production consistency. Valcambi also holds LBMA accreditations for silver, platinum and palladium — making it one of the few refineries with a complete accreditation set for all four major precious metals.

The Balerna facility runs the entire production cycle — from raw material refining through minting and casting to final Certipack sealing. This vertical integration ensures consistent quality and full traceability of every bar produced.

In 2010 Valcambi introduced the CombiBar system — a format allowing a larger bar to be divided into smaller units while retaining producer identification. Valcambi is also known for responsible sourcing programmes and supply chain certification in accordance with OECD and LBMA Responsible Gold standards.

Certipack — Valcambi's packaging and authentication system

Certipack is Valcambi's patented packaging system for small-format gold bars. Each bar is hermetically sealed in a laminated blister that simultaneously serves as an assay card — a document confirming weight, fineness and serial number. Opening the Certipack requires physically breaking the packaging, providing additional tamper protection.

The assay card displays identification data: Valcambi logo, weight in grams, 999.9/1000 fineness, individual serial number and hallmark. The Certipack format (approx. 85 × 55 mm) corresponds to credit card size. The bar can be visually verified without opening the blister — the assay card data is legible through the transparent section of the packaging.

The Certipack system is used for all Valcambi weights from 0.5 g to 100 g. In the secondary market, an intact Certipack significantly increases a bar's liquidity. Precious metals dealers worldwide recognise the Valcambi format and accept products in original packaging without additional verification.

Formats and weights — Valcambi gold bar series

Valcambi SA produces gold bullion bars in the following weights: 0.5 g, 1 g, 2.5 g, 5 g, 10 g, 20 g, 50 g, 100 g, 250 g, 500 g and 1 kg. All formats up to and including 100 g are available in the Certipack system. Gold fineness is identical across all weights — 999.9/1000 (.9999).

The 1 g format sits in the lower range of the weight scale, just above the smallest 0.5 g format. The premium over spot price per gram is still relatively high but lower than for the 0.5 g format. For larger amounts, weights from 10 g upwards are more cost-efficient, as the per-gram premium drops significantly.

A full overview of available weights can be found in the gold bullion bars category. Current precious metals prices are available at precious metals prices.

What to consider before buying?

Before purchasing, check the current gold price and compare the product price with the spot price. The premium over spot for the 1 g format is lower than for 0.5 g but higher than for weights from 10 g upwards.

The assay card and intact Certipack packaging are important for future resale. A bar with an opened or damaged blister may require additional dealer verification, which can extend the process and sometimes reduce the buyback price. Store the product in its original packaging, ideally in conditions protecting against moisture and mechanical damage.

The 1 g format works well for gradual accumulation, as a gift, or as an element of a diversified weight portfolio. For a one-time purchase of larger quantities of gold, weights from 50 g upwards are more cost-effective, where the per-gram premium is substantially lower.

Why GoldInvest24?

• Producers with LBMA Good Delivery accreditation — Valcambi, PAMP, Argor-Heraeus, Heraeus, Umicore and other world-renowned refineries.
• Wide range of weights — from 0.5 g to 1 kg in gold, plus silver bars and bullion coins in numerous formats.
• Three language versions of the shop — PL, DE, EN — with complete product descriptions and technical specifications.
• Live precious metals prices — gold, silver, platinum and palladium in real time.
• Insured shipping and discreet packaging with every order.

Comparison table — Valcambi gold bars

FAQ — Frequently asked questions

What is the fineness of the 1 g Valcambi gold bar?

The 1 g Valcambi gold bar is made of 999.9/1000 fine gold (.9999). This is the highest purity standard used in modern bullion bars — identical across all producer weights, from 0.5 g to 1 kg.

What is a Certipack?

Certipack is Valcambi's patented packaging system. The bar is sealed in a laminated blister that simultaneously serves as an assay card — confirming weight, fineness and individual serial number. An intact packaging facilitates product verification and increases secondary market liquidity.

Does Valcambi hold LBMA accreditation?

Yes. Valcambi SA has held LBMA Good Delivery accreditation for gold since 1968. The London Bullion Market Association confirms that the refinery's products meet rigorous quality standards regarding fineness, weight and production consistency.

What are the dimensions of the 1 g Valcambi gold bar?

The bar itself measures approx. 15 × 8.5 × 0.45 mm. It is sealed in a Certipack measuring approx. 85 × 55 mm — roughly the size of a standard credit card.

How does the 1 g format differ from larger Valcambi bars?

The difference mainly concerns the premium over spot price per gram. The 1 g format carries a higher per-unit premium than formats from 10 g upwards, as production and packaging costs are spread over just one gram of metal. Larger weights offer a lower per-gram premium but require a higher single-purchase budget.

Is the 1 g gold bar VAT-exempt?

Yes. Gold bullion in bar form meeting the conditions of EU Directive 98/80/EC is exempt from value added tax. The purchase price is not increased by VAT — unlike silver, platinum and palladium, which are subject to taxation.

How do I buy the 1 g Valcambi gold bar from GoldInvest24?

Simply add the product to your basket and complete the order. Before purchasing, it is worth checking the current gold price and comparing the premium with other weights in the gold bullion bars category.