Gold is the ultimate safe-haven asset. But when you ask the question "How much does a gold bar cost?", the answer depends on what you are buying: raw, loose gold or a certified, sealed investment product?
The final price of a gold bar includes the price of gold, as well as its production and certification costs. Here are the observed prices for gold bars. "Frappés" (Minted) high quality (Heimerle + Grinding wheel).
⚡ In Brief: Price of Certified Gold Bars (The Southern Girl)
Ingot Weight Observed Price For whom? 1 Kilogram ~ €177,000 Institutional investors 5 Grams **~ €943** Precautionary Savings 2.5 Grams **~ €483** First purchase / Gift 1 Gram ~ €200 Symbol
In this guide, we explain why these small ingots are exceptional products and how to understand their price.
1. What makes up the price? (Why is it more expensive than the market price?)
You may have seen the price of "raw" gold on the stock exchange. The price of a physical gold bar is different. It is composed of:
A. The Metal (The "Spot")
This is the value of pure gold at time T on the markets.
B. The "Premium" (Added Value)
This is what makes the difference with the small 2.5g and 5g ingots. It covers:
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The "Struck" Manufacturing Process: Our ingots are not simply melted pieces. They are minted like coins, with a perfect mirror finish.
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The LBMA Certification: The guarantee of 999.9 gold from the prestigious German refiner Heimerle + Grindstone .
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Packaging: The rigid sealed blister pack protects the gold and serves as a certificate.
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Logistics: Secure transport and insurance of these valuables.
Namely: The smaller the ingot, the more expensive it is to produce per gram. This is the price of accessibility and liquidity (ease of resale).
2. Which investment format should I choose?
The 2.5g ingot (Entry level)
This is the smallest serious investment format we offer.
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Budget : Around €483 .
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The advantage: It's an accessible entry ticket to owning physical gold. It's also a prestigious and unforgettable gift (for a christening or a coming-of-age) that will appreciate in value.
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Availability : This format is in high demand.
The 5g ingot (The Standard)
This is our standard format.
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Budget : Around €943 .
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Why choose it? It offers an excellent compromise. It is easy to store, easy to resell individually if liquidity is needed, and represents a significant sum.
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Quality: Delivered in a sealed transparent blister pack, it is a beautiful heritage item.
3. Pay attention to certification: Demand LBMA
Price isn't everything. For your gold bar to have resale value worldwide, it must be certified .
At the house of At La Fille du Sud , we don't sell just any gold. We exclusively offer gold bars. Heimerle + Meule , Germany's oldest cheese refiner, certified LBMA (London Bullion Market Association).
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Purity: 999.9 (24 carats). This is pure gold, unlike jewelry gold. (To fully understand this nuance, consult our guide:) Which Gold to Choose? A comparison of carats > ).
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Security : Delivered in a sealed rigid blister pack with a unique engraved serial number.
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Good Delivery: Resalable worldwide without costly analysis.
⚠️ Expert Advice: Never open the blister pack! The packaging serves as the certificate. A gold bar removed from its packaging loses its quality guarantee.
Conclusion: Physical Gold, an Insurance
The price of a gold ingot fluctuates, but its function as a safe-haven asset remains.
Whether it's to secure savings or to give an eternal gift, buying a certified 24k gold bar is an act of wealth management.
Our advice for 2026? The 5g ingot is the ideal building block to gradually build your financial security.
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Quick FAQ
Why does the price change?
The selling price is adjusted according to the global price of gold. If the market rises, the value of your gold bar also rises.
Do you have to pay a tax when you buy it?
In France, the purchase of investment gold (bars, coins) is VAT exempt .
How do I sell my gold bar?
If your ingot is LBMA certified and in intact seal (like ours), it can be bought back by any gold dealer, bank or numismatist at the current market price.