The 1 oz gold bar contains one troy ounce (31.10 g) of 999.9 fine gold, the standard unit in which the gold price is quoted around the world.
Supplied by a recognized refiner of our choice. The brand and design of the bar you receive may differ from those shown, and depending on the brand it may or may not carry a serial number.
| Metal | Gold (Au, element 79) |
|---|---|
| Fine metal content | 1 ozt |
| Fineness | 999.9 |
| Premium over spot | 2.8% |
| Spot price used | $4,160.30 / ozt |
| Sales tax | No sales tax charged · United States |
| Price chart | Gold price chart → |
A bar is simpler to make than a coin, so a 1 oz bar usually costs less over spot than a 1 oz coin. That makes it a cost-effective choice for buyers who care mainly about the metal content.
Gold bars give you the most gold for your money, because their premium over spot is lower than that of coins. Larger bars bring the cost per ounce down further, which is why buyers building a substantial position often choose them, while keeping some smaller pieces for flexibility.
A 1 oz gold bar is priced live from the gold spot price plus a stated premium of 2.8%, in US dollars. At checkout your price is locked for 10 minutes while you confirm your order. You then pay by domestic wire transfer or ACH, quoting your order number. We currently charge no sales tax; any use tax your state may require is your responsibility.
Both hold one troy ounce of gold. A bar usually has a lower premium because it is simpler to make, so it is the cheaper way to own the metal. Coins are legal tender and carry a mint's design, which some buyers prefer.
A troy ounce is 31.1035 g, the standard unit for weighing precious metals. It is about 10% heavier than the everyday ounce of 28.35 g.
It is the live gold spot price for one troy ounce plus the stated premium, in US dollars. The price updates as the gold market moves.
Yes. One ounce is the most common size in the gold market, so dealers buy 1 oz bars readily, especially from recognized refiners.