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If you are looking for a safe and reliable investment in gold, gold bars from Umicore are a way to go. The Umicore gold bars were made in the Netherlands for a long time by Schöne Edelmetaal in Amsterdam. Schöne Precious Metal has been a household name in the world of precious metals since 1739. In 2003, Schöne Edelmetaal was acquired by Agosi AG of Pforzheim (Germany) and Umicore SA of (Belgium). Currently, the bars are mainly produced in Germany. Since the inception of Holland Gold you can buy Umicore gold bars, of course with a certificate.
Umicore has the ambition to develop, produce and recycle materials in line with the Umicore mission 'Materials for a better life'. This means sustainable production processes and a closed precious metal cycle. Those who choose a Umicore gold bar are choosing sustainability and positive social change.
With the gold bars of Umicore, you can be sure that you are investing in gold of the highest quality. Umicore is LBMA certified and easily tradable worldwide. The bars are provided with essential seal of approval, security features and serial numbers to ensure authenticity and traceability. At Holland Gold you can easily buy Umicore gold bars (with certificate). The bars are available in different weights.
Have you decided to Umicore-gold bars? Then you have come to the right place to buy gold bars. The current price of your gold bar or bars can be found on the sell-to-us page. Visit our page to look up the value of your Umicore gold bar and contact us to lock in the price.
In general, the greater the weight, the lower the relative premium.
Bars and coins come in a variety of sizes and weights. But that doesn't mean you should buy the heaviest bar you can afford, because...
When buying the bar or coin, you should also think about how you want to sell it again and what you want to use it for. Large bars (or coins) are less divisible. When you sell a large bar, you liquidate a significant investment. It is more practical to sell small bars or coins and the exact amount gold or silver for the exact amount of euros you need. Smaller coins and bars are therefore practical as a means of exchange and payment and as part of an emergency kit. The CombiBar is a good example where, for a relatively small additional cost, a bar can be made into fractions that are very useful as a means of payment in unforeseen times.
Yes, all gold bars come with a certificate of authenticity. This certificate is not a separate document but is either part of the packaging or enclosed within it.
For smaller bars and all bars from C.Hafner, the certificate is integrated into a hard, sealed plastic case. Larger bars from Umicore and Argor-Heraeus include a printed certificate within a soft, sealed wrapper. Some certificates also feature security or holographic elements to further ensure authenticity. The details on the certificate always match those stamped on the bar itself.
Holland Gold exclusively sells gold bars produced by LBMA-accredited (London Bullion Market Association) refiners. The Good Delivery status is an internationally recognized standard that sets strict requirements for production, weight, and purity. This ensures that LBMA-approved gold bars can be traded globally without additional verification.
Each LBMA gold bar contains the following information:
Learn more in our Starter Guide – What am I buying?
Cast gold bars are the result of a simple and authentic production process in which molten gold is poured into a pre-shaped mold. Because the mold is removed after the gold has solidified, these gold bars often have a rougher and less detailed appearance.
The basic principle of pouring gold into a mold is the same for every producer, but the final result differs per refinery. Differences can occur in mold type, cooling speed, pouring temperature, and finishing process. As a result, the surface can vary from smooth and shiny to matte and grainy, giving each cast gold bar its own unique appearance.
A cast gold bar is, depending on the producer, supplied in a soft plastic packaging containing the certificate (Umicore, Argor-Heraeus) or in a sealed package that also serves as a certificate (C. Hafner).
In addition to cast gold bars, you can also choose minted gold bars. Read more about the production process of the minted gold bar and about the differences between minted and cast gold bars.
The first thing to look at when you want to buy gold is that you can also do it easily again sell. It is important that the precious metal can be traded worldwide with high quality, purity and liquidity, or investment grade. When buying bars, many investors therefore look at LBMA-accredited bars and for coins, sovereign coins, which means they are produced by a government currency.
Exclusively gold-and Silver bars of accredited refineries that meet Good Delivery standards are acceptable in the settlement of a 'Loco London' contract. On the Loco London Market, precious metals are traded directly between two parties, without the intervention of an exchange. This system relies on the fact that all bars have exactly the same specifications.
The Good Delivery bars, or LBMA certified bars, are the standard in the market. Holland Gold sells LBMA bars exclusively for producers such as C.Hafner, Valcambi and Umicore. Central banks and institutional investors also buy only Good Delivery bars.
During consultations, we are often asked whether you would be better off Gold bars or Gold Coins can buy. It doesn't really matter much, since gold is just gold at the end of the day. Investment gold is exempt from VAT and, unlike silver, you won't be able to make any mistakes with this.
When purchasing your precious metal, it is important that you take into account the production costs and other premiums that are passed on in the price. For gold, the greater the gold weight, the more advantageous the premium. Large bars are cheaper per gram than smaller bars. This also applies to the well-known gold investment coins.
