Taxed with 21% VATThe 1 kilogram silver bar from Swiss refiner Argor-Heraeus is cast from 1000 grams of pure silver with a fineness of 999/1000. This investment-grade bar is LBMA-certified, ensuring it is internationally recognized and globally tradable. Each 1 kilogram bar is delivered in soft plastic packaging.
Argor-Heraeus has been accredited by the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) since 1961 and is part of an exclusive group of five refineries authorized to advise the LBMA. The LBMA is the international independent authority for precious metals. All bars we offer are LBMA-certified, guaranteeing that you are purchasing silver of the highest quality.
In the Netherlands, silver bars are subject to 21% VAT, which is already included in our webshop price. Business clients can reclaim VAT, but this does not apply to private investors. As a result, silver bars are often less attractive for private investors.
For private investors, there are several attractive ways to buy physical silver VAT-free:
Each 1 kilogram silver bar has a purity of 99.9% silver. The bar features the Argor-Heraeus name, silver fineness, unique serial number and weight of 1 kilogram. Thanks to its LBMA accreditation, it is globally recognized and easily tradable worldwide.
The bar also bears the inscription ‘Melter Assayer’, certifying that its purity and weight have been officially verified by Argor-Heraeus’ in-house assayer.
Argor-Heraeus silver bars up to 100 grams are struck from silver plates using a minting process, known as ‘minted’ bars. Bars above 100 grams are made by pouring molten silver into molds, known as ‘casted’ bars. The difference lies solely in the production method and has no effect on the bar’s value. This 1 kilogram bar is a casted bar.
Argor-Heraeus is one of Europe’s largest producers of gold, silver, platinum and palladium, with an annual production capacity of 350 to 400 tons. The company is part of the Heraeus Group, headquartered in Hanau, Germany, and operates its refinery in Mendrisio, Switzerland.
Since its founding in 1951, Argor-Heraeus has maintained a strong commitment to excellence. In recent years, the company has emphasized ethical and sustainable sourcing, ensuring that all metals can be traced to responsible origins. This applies to both newly mined metals and those recycled from jewelry. Since 2009, Argor-Heraeus has been a member of the Responsible Jewellery Council.
Would you like to sell your silver bars? Holland Gold offers a buyback guarantee on all silver bars purchased from us. We also buy silver bars not originally acquired through Holland Gold, always at competitive prices.
| Fine weight | 1000 Gram |
| Dimensions | 119,0 x 54,0 x 16,5 mm |
| Purity / Content | 999/1000 - 99.9% Silver |
| Condition | New |
| Country of Origin | Switzerland |
| Producer | Argor - Heraeus |
| Packaging | Soft plastic |
| Certificate | No |
| Tax (VAT) | 21% VAT applicable |
| Insured shipment possible | Yes, at a location of your choice |
| Pick-up available | Yes, in Alkmaar or Rotterdam |
| Storage possible | Yes, in the Netherlands |