Buy Umicore Gold Bars

The origin of Umicore gold bars

Umicore is a Belgian precious metals and materials technology group with a history dating back to 1805. For Dutch investors, the brand carries extra familiarity: in 2003, Umicore acquired the Amsterdam-based Schöne Edelmetaal, one of the oldest precious metal houses in the world, which had been assaying and trading gold and silver since 1739.

These roots provide the brand with a long track record in the Dutch and Belgian markets. Umicore is also among the world leaders in precious metals recycling. You can read more about their official product lines on the Umicore investment bars page.

Umicore gold bars come in two finishes: minted and cast. This distinction determines the appearance and the premium, not the underlying value, as the gold content is 999.9 in both cases.

Minted bars are available from 1 gram up to 100 grams. They are stamped from a gold sheet, resulting in a clean, reflective finish with sharp details. You will receive these bars in a sealed blister pack that simultaneously serves as a certificate of authenticity, stating the serial number and gold content. For example, the Umicore 10 gram gold bar is a popular choice in this range.

Cast bars are available from 100 grams and up. Here, liquid gold is poured into a mold, creating a more robust, authentic appearance. Because this process is less labor-intensive, the premium per gram is typically lower, making cast bars attractive for larger investment amounts. The kilo bar is exclusively available as a cast variant.

Umicore gold bars are available in various weights and sizes, from small entry-level options like the Umicore 1 oz gold bar to larger investment bars. Smaller bars offer flexibility for partial sales, while larger bars feature a lower premium per gram.

Prices updated every 3 minutes: The current retail price is displayed in real-time per product and follows the live gold spot price, which refreshes approximately every three minutes.

Pre-owned Umicore gold bars

Pre-owned Umicore gold bars have been previously owned and were bought back by us via Inkoop Edelmetaal. The gold value is identical to that of a new bar, as the weight and 999.9 purity remain exactly the same. Sometimes the premium is slightly lower. The availability of our pre-owned gold bars and their packaging may vary.

The right weight depends on your budget, goals, and desired flexibility, not on a fixed rule. Smaller bars make staggered purchases and partial sales easier, whereas larger bars feature a lower premium per gram. The classification below serves as a general guide and does not constitute investment advice.

Sustainable and recycled gold from Umicore

Umicore is among the world leaders in precious metals recycling. Part of the gold processed by the company comes from recycling industrial waste streams and electronic waste, a process also known as urban mining. Additionally, Umicore offers a certified line of gold bars made from 100% recycled material. For investors who consider the origin of their gold alongside its tradability, this is highly relevant. The purity and liquidity of the bar remain unchanged: it is still 999.9 LBMA-certified investment gold.

In addition to Umicore, The Silver Mountain also carries gold bars from the German producer C. Hafner. Both refineries supply 999.9 gold with LBMA Good Delivery status, making the bars equivalent and globally tradable. The difference lies primarily in origin, price per gram, availability, and their sustainability profiles.

Video: explanation from our expert Rolf van Zanten

In the video below, we compare both brands side by side, allowing you to weigh which option best aligns with your preferences regarding price, availability, and the origin of the gold.

A more detailed explanation can be found in our knowledge center article comparing Umicore and C. Hafner.

Is your desired Umicore gold bar temporarily out of stock? Then C. Hafner gold bars offer an equivalent alternative with the same purity and international liquidity.

Delivery and professional storage of Umicore gold bars

Gold has a high value per gram and high density; a kilo bar is smaller than the average smartphone, making secure storage at home entirely feasible. If you prefer not to store your gold at home, we can arrange this for you through our sister company, Edelmetaal Beheer Nederland (EBN). Your Umicore gold will then be allocated and stored fully insured within a professional vault environment in the Netherlands or Switzerland via Loomis International.

Through your personal account, you have 24/7 insight into your holdings, including bar numbers and live valuation, and you can sell your gold to us directly from storage if desired.

Since 2008, a period now spanning over 18 years, The Silver Mountain has been a specialist in physical precious metals and holds a license from the Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM, registration number 12048860). We work exclusively with LBMA-certified producers. Because we continuously buy back precious metals via Inkoop Edelmetaal, regardless of market conditions, we regularly have Umicore gold bars in stock, even when regular supply is tight.

With every purchase, you receive the original certificate of authenticity with its serial number and purity. Shipping is fully insured and discrete via our personal delivery service, and you can collect your order by appointment at our offices in Baarn and The Hague.

All precious metals purchased from us come with a buy-back guarantee at the current daily spot price. With a customer rating of 4.8/5 based on over 4,500 reviews on Trustpilot, you are dealing with a partner you can trust.

If you want to buy Umicore gold bar assets safely or prefer to compare multiple producers, you can also view the Umicore brand overview or browse our gold bars from Heraeus, Valcambi, and PAMP Suisse.