Where Are Our Bullion Bars Refined From?

Our range of gold bars is sourced from a wide variety of the world's leading mints and refiners, including but not limited to the following:

Gold Bars

• The Royal Mint
• Metalor
• The Perth Mint
• Baird & Co.

Silver Bars

• The Royal Mint
• Metalor
• PAMP Suisse
• Baird & Co.

Weights of Our Investment Bullion Bars

We stock a wide range of investment gold bullion bars, ranging in weight from our largest size, impressive 1kg gold bars, to as small as just 1g gold bars. Similarly, for silver, we offer a selection of bullion bars from 1kg silver bars, to as small as just 5g silver bars. At Chards, we recognise the significance of offering a diverse selection of gold and silver bar options to enable you to diversify your precious metal portfolio effectively.

Sell Your Bullion Bars to Chards

Are you ready to sell your gold & silver bars to Chards? We guarantee competitive rates to all sellers, whether you choose to visit us in our showroom, use our postal service, or opt for our distance buy-in service.

Designs of Gold Bars

Gold bars may not be collected in the same manner as collectible gold coins because not all gold bars feature interesting designs. However, there are actually some bars that showcase impressive engraved designs. These designs include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Britannia Gold Bars
• 2024 Una & the Lion Gold Bar
• Lady Fortuna Gold Bars

This means that while gold bars are primarily sought after by investors, collectors can also find enjoyment in owning gold bars with attractive designs.

What Is the Difference Between Minted and Cast Gold Bars?

Minted bars can also be described as Biscuits or Wafers. Minted bars are often thinner and flatter than cast bars and have more defined edges. These minted bars are then cut to the required dimensions and are struck with the refiners' stamp, fineness and design.

The process allows the refiner to add more complex design details, making them more attractive to investors looking for collectability as well as value for money. The bars are cleaned and polished and sealed into packaging which contains the certificate of authenticity.

A cast bar is often called an ingot. The bars are made by pouring the molten gold into a mould. The mould usually has the refiners stamp and fineness, some have individual serial numbers. Cast bars are often thicker and deeper than minted bars.

What are CombiBars?

CombiBars are divisible bars of precious metals, designed for easy separation into uniform, smaller units resembling chocolate squares. This feature offers investors flexibility to detach specific portions while preserving the bar's total value. Such a design merges the convenience factor with the value stability of precious metals.

• Heraeus 20 x 1g Gold CombiBar

More Info

There are a range of design available and these make great gifts. If you are more interested in a pure investment option why not check out our pre-owned gold bars or pre-owned silver bars where the premiums are often better and you get more value for money. 

Live Metal Prices

If you are buying investment gold or silver it is a good idea to familiarise yourself with spot prices, premiums and the live gold price or silver price.