Gold Bar Specifications
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Manufacturer: Metalor
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Country: Switzerland
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Metal: Gold
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Purity: 999.9 Fine Gold (24 Carat)
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Weight: 5g (~0.1608 Troy oz)
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Dimensions: Approximately 15.5mm x 25.5mm
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Finish: Minted
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Packaging: Sealed Certified Assay Packaging
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Serial Number: Individually Serialised
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VAT Status: VAT-Free Investment Gold
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CGT Status: Subject to normal UK Capital Gains Tax rules
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The 5g Metalor Gold Bar contains 5 grams of 999.9 fine 24-carat gold, individually serialised and presented in sealed certified assay packaging. Manufactured by Metalor — a historic Swiss precious metals refinery founded in 1852 and the first Swiss refinery to be included on the London Good Delivery List in 1934 — this compact bar combines over 170 years of Swiss precious metals expertise with a practical, accessible denomination. Read: Gold Bars by Size: Which Should You Buy? and How to Invest in Gold for Beginners.
Note: gold bars are not CGT-exempt in the same way as qualifying UK legal tender coins such as Gold Britannias and Gold Sovereigns. For CGT-free alternatives, see our CGT-Free Gold Coins guide.
Why Choose the 5g Metalor Gold Bar?
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999.9 fine gold — 24-carat Swiss quality
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Metalor — 170+ years of Swiss precious metals heritage, London Good Delivery accredited
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Individually serialised — sealed certified assay packaging
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Compact 5g format — accessible entry point into physical gold
- VAT-free investment gold
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Flexible denomination — build holdings gradually or sell individual bars
Comparing gold bar options? Read: Gold Bars by Size: Which Should You Buy? and Gold Coins vs Gold Bars. See also: Gold Purity Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy a 5g gold bar in London?
You can purchase a 5g Metalor gold bar online from 888 Bullion with fully insured UK delivery, or visit us in person at our Hatton Garden showroom. We serve customers across London including Westminster, Southwark, Lambeth, Kensington, and Hammersmith.
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