2.5 g Minted Gold Bar | Umicore

2.5 g minted gold bar Umicore — fineness 999.9/1000, LBMA Good Delivery, CertiCard with serial number

2.5 g of gold at 999.9/1000 fineness (.9999) in minted bar form from Umicore — a Belgian materials technology group headquartered in Brussels, operating since 1805 and holding LBMA Good Delivery accreditation. Umicore is one of the oldest players in the European precious metals market — over 220 years of experience in refining and recycling. Each bar carries an individual serial number and is delivered in a hermetically sealed CertiCard confirming weight, fineness and authenticity.

The 2.5 g format is an intermediate denomination in the Umicore minted series — positioned between the minimum 1 g format and the popular 5 g standard. Dimensions of approximately 17 × 10 × 0.6 mm ensure full compactness within the CertiCard format. The 2.5 g denomination offers a lower percentage premium than the 1 g format while maintaining moderate absolute cost — a weight particularly valued in continental European markets, where it serves as a traditional retail unit in gold trading.

Technical specification

Why the 2.5 g minted gold bar from Umicore

The 2.5 g denomination occupies a strategic position in the Umicore range — it offers 2.5 times more metal than the 1 g format at a proportionally lower percentage premium over spot. On the continental European market, 2.5 g is one of the most popular denominations — traditionally used in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Benelux countries as a standard retail unit. The CertiCard with serial number eliminates the need for additional verification upon resale. A distinctive feature of Umicore is its commitment to recycling — a significant portion of the gold processed comes from secondary recovery.

Umicore — over two centuries of Belgian metal refining tradition

The history of Umicore dates back to 1805, when a non-ferrous metals processing company was founded in Belgium. In the 19th and 20th centuries, the firm — then known as Union Minière du Haut Katanga — became one of the most important European players in metal extraction and refining. In 2001, the company adopted the name Umicore, focusing on materials technology, recycling and precious metals refining. The refining plant in Hoboken (Antwerp) is one of the world's largest facilities for recovering precious metals from secondary raw materials.

Production technology — minting from the "Finesse" series

Umicore minted bars are produced through stamping and minting — gold refined to 999.9/1000 is cast into strip, rolled to precise thickness, then cut and struck under high pressure. The obverse of each bar features the Umicore logo, the fineness mark "999.9", the nominal weight and an individual serial number. The finished bar is hermetically sealed in a CertiCard — a plastic card in credit-card format containing the manufacturer's certificate with the repeated serial number, weight and fineness.

Denominations and weights in the Umicore range

The Umicore minted gold bar series comprises denominations from 1 g to 100 g plus the ounce format 1 oz (31.1 g). The full weight range available at GoldInvest24 includes: 1 g, 2.5 g, 5 g, 10 g, 20 g, 50 g, 1 oz and 100 g. The 2.5 g denomination is the midpoint between the lowest entry threshold (1 g) and the standard retail format (5 g) — a compromise between affordability and lower per-unit premium.

What to look for when buying a 2.5 g Umicore bar

Before purchasing, check: CertiCard integrity — the packaging should show no signs of opening; fineness and weight — the CertiCard confirms 2.500 g and 999.9; LBMA accreditation — Umicore bars are accepted by dealers worldwide without additional verification; comparison with neighbouring formats — 2.5 g has a lower percentage premium than 1 g but higher than 5 g.

Why GoldInvest24

GoldInvest24 is an authorised dealer of bullion bars and coins with direct access to products from renowned refineries — Umicore, Argor-Heraeus, Valcambi and PAMP. Every shipment is fully insured and dispatched in discreet packaging with no markings indicating the contents. The shop offers up-to-date precious metals prices, a wide selection of gold bars, gold coins and silver bars.

Comparison of Umicore minted gold bars

Frequently asked questions — 2.5 g Umicore gold bar

What is the Umicore CertiCard?

The CertiCard is a hermetically sealed package in credit-card format (approx. 86 × 54 mm) containing the gold bar together with the manufacturer's certificate. It shows the serial number, weight, fineness and Umicore logo.

Why choose the 2.5 g format instead of 1 g or 5 g?

The 2.5 g format is a pricing compromise — it offers a lower percentage premium over spot than the 1 g bar while requiring less capital outlay than the 5 g format. In European markets, 2.5 g is a traditional retail denomination, particularly popular in German-speaking countries and the Benelux region. For buyers employing a regular small-purchase strategy, 2.5 g provides an optimal balance between flexibility and cost efficiency.

Does the 2.5 g Umicore bar have a serial number?

Yes — every Umicore minted bar has an individual serial number stamped directly on the metal surface and repeated on the CertiCard.

Are Umicore gold bars VAT-exempt?

Yes — gold bullion bars with a fineness of at least 995/1000 are VAT-exempt in the EU under Directive 2006/112/EC. Umicore bars at 999.9/1000 meet this requirement.

What sets Umicore apart from other refineries?

Umicore is one of the oldest players in the precious metals market (since 1805) with a specialisation in recycling. The Hoboken plant in Antwerp is one of the world's largest facilities for recovering precious metals from secondary materials.

How many 2.5 g bars make up a troy ounce?

One troy ounce equals 31.1035 g, so approximately 12.44 bars of 2.5 g are needed — in practice, 12 bars (30 g) plus an additional 1.1035 g. The 2.5 g format allows finer granularity than 5 g when building reserves approaching full ounces.

How should a 2.5 g Umicore bar be stored?

The bar should be kept in its original CertiCard — it protects the metal from scratches, moisture and environmental contact. The CertiCard should not be opened, as compromised packaging may affect the resale price.