Small Gold Bars
Buy small gold bars in the UK
Invest in small gold bars with StoneX Bullion, the UK and Europe's trusted platform for buying investment-grade gold bullion online. With nearly two decades of experience and more than 100,000 investors served, we offer a secure way to buy LBMA-approved mini gold bars from world-leading refiners including PAMP Suisse, Valcambi, Argor-Heraeus, The Perth Mint, and Umicore.
Enjoy live pricing updated every 60 seconds, competitive spreads, and fully insured delivery across the UK and Europe.
What is a small gold bar?
A small gold bar — also known as a mini gold bar or small gold ingot — is an investment-grade bullion bar weighing less than one troy ounce, typically ranging from a 1 gram gold bar up to a 20g gold bar. Small gold bars are the most accessible way to start a gold portfolio, offering all the tax advantages of investment-grade gold at a lower entry cost than larger bars or 1 oz coins.
Key features of small gold bars:
- High purity: Struck in 999.9 fine gold (24-carat)
- VAT-free in the UK: Classed as investment-grade gold
- LBMA-approved: Sourced from globally recognised refiners
- Sealed in tamper-evident assay packaging with certificate of authenticity
- Highly liquid: Easy to resell individually or in sets.
About the refiners
Our mini gold bars are produced by the world's most respected names in precious metals refining:
- PAMP Suisse: Swiss refinery famous for the Lady Fortuna design and Veriscan® anti-counterfeit technology
- Valcambi: Swiss LBMA Good Delivery refiner, also producing the eco-conscious Green Gold range
- Argor-Heraeus: One of Europe's leading refiners, known for the high-security Kinebar
- The Perth Mint: Australia's oldest operating mint, government-backed by Western Australia
- Umicore: Belgian LBMA-accredited refiner trusted for clean, classic minted bars
- The Royal Mint: The UK's official mint, producing gold ingots on home soil.
Design and features
Each small gold ingot is struck under high pressure for crisp detail and a polished finish, then sealed in a tamper-evident certicard displaying the refiner's hallmark, weight, fineness, and a unique serial number. Beyond standard issues, our range includes the Argor-Heraeus Kinebar (with holographic anti-counterfeit imagery), Valcambi Green Gold (sustainably sourced), and themed PAMP designs such as Lady Fortuna, Lucky Cat, Lunar Year, and Eid Mubarak — perfect for gifting or thematic collecting.
Small gold bar specifications
- Weight range: 1 gram gold bar, 2g gold bar, 2.5g, 5g, 10g, and 20g gold bar
- 20g gold bar size: Approximately 31 × 18 × 1.5 mm (varies by refiner)
- Purity: 999.9 fine gold (24-carat)
- Refiners: PAMP Suisse, Valcambi, Argor-Heraeus, The Perth Mint, Umicore, The Royal Mint
- Format: Minted, sealed in assay certicards
- VAT status: VAT-free in the UK (investment-grade gold).
Why buy small gold bars?
- VAT-free in the UK: All investment-grade gold bars (99.5%+ purity) are exempt from VAT
- Affordable entry point: The lowest-cost way to start investing in small gold
- Easy to store: Compact size fits any home safe or bank deposit box
- Flexible resale: Sell individual gold mini bars rather than offloading larger holdings at once
- Perfect for gifting: Sealed certicards make a small gold bar an elegant gift for weddings, births, and milestones
- Portfolio building: Stack gradually from a 1 gram gold bar upwards as budget allows
- Wealth preservation: Gold is a trusted hedge against inflation and currency volatility.
How to buy small gold bars in the UK
- Check live gold prices: Updated every 60 seconds based on the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA)
- Choose your bar: Select from 1g, 2g, 2.5g, 5g, 10g, or 20g gold bullion options across leading refiners
- Pay securely: Complete checkout via bank transfer or credit card
- Receive insured delivery: All gold mini bars are discreetly packaged and fully insured for UK and European delivery.
Small gold bars: FAQs
What sizes count as small gold bars?
Small gold bars are anything below 1 troy ounce — including the 1 gram gold bar, 2g gold bar, 2.5g, 5g, 10g, and the 20g gold bar.
Are small gold bars VAT-free in the UK?
Yes. All investment-grade gold ingots of 99.5% purity or higher are exempt from VAT in the UK, regardless of size.
Are small gold bars CGT-free in the UK?
No. Capital Gains Tax exemption applies only to UK legal tender coins (such as the Gold Britannia and Sovereign), not to gold bars.
Are mini gold bars a good investment?
Yes. They offer the same purity and VAT advantages as larger bars at a lower entry cost, making them ideal for beginners, gradual stackers, and gifting.
Should I buy small gold bars or one larger bar?
Mini gold bars offer flexibility — you can resell individual pieces — but carry higher premiums per gram. Larger bars are more cost-efficient for bulk investment.
Is it safe to buy a gold bar 20g or smaller online?
Yes. StoneX Bullion offers secure checkout, live pricing, and fully insured, discreet delivery across the UK and Europe.
Invest in small gold bars today
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