1 kg Minted Gold Bar | Valcambi

1 kg Valcambi Minted Gold Bar — flagship minted bar with mirror finish, lowest premium per gram and full LBMA accreditation

1 kg 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. Each bar carries an individual serial number and is delivered with an assay card confirming weight, fineness and authenticity.

The minted bar is produced in a multi-stage process — from rolling a gold strip to a precisely controlled thickness, through blanking, to striking in a hydraulic press. The result is a smooth, mirror-like surface with sharp edges and clearly defined producer markings. The 1 kg minted is the flagship of Valcambi's minted bar series — the largest minted bar in the range, delivering the absolute lowest premium per gram available in retail while maintaining the mirror finish typical of minted bars.

Technical specification

Why this product?

• Mirror finish at kilogram scale — the minted bar combines multi-stage production precision with a smooth, polished finish. The 1 kg format is the only weight at which the buyer achieves the lowest premium per gram without sacrificing the mirror surface typical of minted bars.
• 999.9/1000 fineness (.9999) — identical purity standard to Valcambi's cast bars. The production technique does not affect fineness — both minted and cast bars contain the same amount of fine gold per gram.
• LBMA Good Delivery since 1968 — Valcambi meets the highest quality standards of the London Bullion Market Association regardless of production form.
• Lowest premium per gram in the series — the 1 kg minted is the final and largest weight in Valcambi's minted bar range. Fixed production costs are spread across the maximum amount of metal, yielding the absolute lowest premium per gram for minted gold bullion in retail.
• Individual serial number — stamped directly on the bar and confirmed on the assay card, ensuring full product traceability on the secondary market and at resale.

Valcambi SA — Swiss precious metals refinery

Valcambi SA has operated since 1961 from Balerna in Canton Ticino, southern Switzerland. The refinery processes the four main precious metals — gold, silver, platinum and palladium — with an annual capacity exceeding 2,000 tonnes. It ranks among the world's largest and most recognised precious metals processors, serving central banks, state mints and global bullion dealers.

Valcambi obtained LBMA Good Delivery accreditation for gold in 1968. The refinery holds accreditations for all four main precious metals — one of the few worldwide with the complete set. The Balerna facility runs the entire production cycle — from refining through rolling, blanking and minting to final packaging.

Valcambi produces both minted bars with a smooth mirror surface and cast bars with a characteristic rough texture — both forms in identical 999.9/1000 fineness. The refinery operates responsible sourcing programmes in accordance with OECD Due Diligence and LBMA Responsible Gold Guidance standards, with regular independent audits ensuring full supply chain traceability.

Minting technology — minted bar vs. cast bar

The minted bar is produced in a multi-stage industrial process. Gold of 999.9/1000 fineness is rolled into a strip of precisely controlled thickness, from which blanks matching the target weight dimensions are cut. The blanks are struck in a hydraulic press under high pressure — the producer logo, weight, fineness and individual serial number are pressed into the surface.

Unlike cast bars, which are produced by pouring molten gold into a graphite mould and retain a natural, matte surface texture, minted bars have a smooth, mirror-like surface with sharp edges. Each minted bar is visually uniform — identical dimensions, identical thickness, identical marking pattern.

The minting technique requires greater technological input than casting — the rolling, blanking and striking process involves more production stages. Minted bars therefore typically carry a slightly higher premium than cast bars of the same weight, but offer the polished finish preferred by some buyers.

Minting a one-kilogram bar is the most demanding process in the entire minted bar series. Blanking and striking a 1,000 g piece measuring 80 × 117 mm requires the highest tonnage of the hydraulic press and particularly precise pressure control to ensure an even distribution of markings across the full surface. The result is the largest minted bar in the range — a bar with a perfectly smooth, mirror-like surface and sharp edges that maintains the full aesthetic standard of the series despite the maximum format.

Formats and weights — Valcambi minted gold bars

Valcambi SA produces minted gold bars in a wide range of weights: from 0.5 g to 1 kg, including metric (1 g, 2.5 g, 5 g, 10 g, 20 g, 50 g, 100 g, 250 g, 1 kg) and troy ounce (1/2 oz, 1 oz) denominations. The minted bar series complements the cast bar range and the CombiBar format.

The 1 kg format is the final and largest in the series — the weight at which the premium per gram reaches its absolute minimum for minted bars in retail. The per-gram cost is the lowest of all available minted bar weights — the choice of buyers who prioritise the minimal premium while valuing the mirror finish typical of minted bars.

A full overview of available weights can be found in the gold bullion bars category. Current precious metals prices 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 kg minted is the lowest in the entire minted bar series — the absolute minimum cost per gram of minted gold bullion. The premium is slightly higher than for a cast bar of the same weight, but the buyer gains the mirror finish and uniform surface aesthetics.

The smooth, mirror-like surface is a characteristic feature of the minting process. In the 1 kg format, the full precision of the striking is evident — all markings (Valcambi logo, weight, fineness, serial number) are pressed clearly and symmetrically across the large bar surface. For resale, what matters is the individual serial number, assay card and producer reputation (Valcambi, LBMA Good Delivery).

Why GoldInvest24?

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

Comparison table — Valcambi minted gold bars (large formats)

FAQ — Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a minted bar and a cast bar?

A minted bar is cut from a gold strip and struck in a press, producing a smooth, mirror-like surface with sharp edges — each piece looks identical. A cast bar is produced by pouring molten gold into a mould, giving it a matte, slightly rough surface — each piece is visually unique. Both forms contain identical 999.9/1000 gold per gram and are fully tradable on the bullion market.

What is the fineness of the 1 kg Valcambi minted gold bar?

The bar is made of 999.9/1000 fine gold (.9999) — the highest purity standard in bullion bars, identical across all Valcambi weights and production forms.

What are the dimensions of the 1 kg Valcambi minted gold bar?

The bar measures approx. 80 × 117 × 8 mm. Thanks to the minting process, dimensions are repeatable between pieces — one of the features that distinguishes minted bars from cast bars.

Why does the kilo bar have the lowest premium in the minted bar series?

Fixed costs of production, packaging and handling are spread across the maximum amount of metal — 1,000 g of fine gold. The larger the weight, the smaller the share of fixed costs in the final price. The 1 kg format is the final weight in Valcambi's minted bar series — no other minted weight offers a lower premium per gram.

What weights are available for Valcambi minted gold bars?

Valcambi SA produces minted gold bars from 0.5 g to 1 kg in metric and troy ounce weights. The 1 kg format is the largest and final weight — delivering the absolute lowest premium per gram. All weights have identical fineness of 999.9/1000 (.9999).

Is the 1 kg minted 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 — regardless of whether the bar is minted or cast.

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

Simply add the product to your basket and complete the order. Before purchasing, check the current gold price and compare the premium with other weights in the gold bullion bars category.