Argor-Heraeus Year of the Snake 1 oz Gold Bar 2025 - investment gold 999.9 with Year of the Snake 2025 (Chinese zodiac) motif
Argor-Heraeus Year of the Snake 1 oz Gold Bar 2025 is a bullion bar issued by the renowned refinery Argor-Heraeus SA. The bar contains exactly 1 oz (31.103 g) of pure gold with 999.9/1000 fineness, equivalent to 1 troy ounces. With LBMA Good Delivery accreditation and full assay certification, this is a high-quality, highly liquid product on the European market.
Argor-Heraeus is one of the oldest and most reputable precious metals refineries in the world, based in Mendrisio, Switzerland (since 1951). The company is part of the German Heraeus Holding group with a tradition dating back to 1851. LBMA Good Delivery accredited. See also the full range of investment gold bars available at GoldInvest24.
Unique Year of the Snake 2025 (Chinese zodiac) motif on the reverse
The PAMP Suisse bar with the Year of the Snake 2025 (Chinese zodiac) motif belongs to the prestigious series of minted bars from the renowned Swiss refinery PAMP. The distinctive religious motif gives the bar a unique character and makes it an ideal gift for communion, baptism, confirmation or wedding, combining spiritual meaning with real investment value in the form of 5 g of pure gold.
The bar is packaged in the original CertiPAMP blister containing the assay certificate with serial number and assayer signature. A keepsake of lasting value - unlike traditional gifts, it does not lose but gains in value alongside the gold price.
Key features of this gold bar
The bar is struck with a bullion die and has a smooth, mirror-like surface, and each piece is packaged in the original blister with an assay certificate and serial number.
- fine gold weight - 1 oz (31.103 g) (1 troy ounces),
- investment gold of fineness 999.9/1000,
- renowned manufacturer Argor-Heraeus SA (Switzerland),
- LBMA Good Delivery accreditation,
- bar type minted (Year of the Snake 2025 motif),
- bar dimensions 24 × 40 × 1.7 mm,
- blister dimensions approx. 31 × 54 mm in blister with certificate,
- model: bita z motywem Roku Węża - chińskiego zodiaku 2025,
- obverse: Year of the Snake 2025 (Chinese zodiac) motif, Argor-Heraeus logo, fineness and weight,
- unique serial number on the bar and certificate,
- packaging: original blister with assay certificate,
- guaranteed authenticity and high recognition on the secondary market,
- VAT exempt (investment gold under EU Council Directive 98/80/EC),
- high liquidity on the European market,
- recognised at every professional bullion dealer in Europe,
- ideal for long-term wealth accumulation in physical gold,
- low entry threshold for investing in physical gold.
Assay certificate and serial number - authenticity guarantee
Obverse of the bar: Year of the Snake 2025 (Chinese zodiac) motif, Argor-Heraeus logo, fineness and weight. The surface is smooth and mirror-like.
The blister with assay certificate serves both as protective packaging and as a certificate - it contains confirmation of fineness and weight, a serial number matching the one on the bar, and the assayer's signature. Opening the blister reduces the bar's market value, so we recommend keeping it in the original packaging.
Why buy this gold bar?
Gold has served as a store of value and a hedge against inflation and currency crises for over 5 000 years. Small-weight bars (1 oz and below) have a low entry threshold, are easy to store, and provide an excellent starting point for investing in physical gold.
Argor-Heraeus is recognised at every professional bullion dealer in Europe, which translates into very high liquidity on the secondary market. The refinery processes both primary gold (mine-doré) and recycled gold (LBMA Responsible Gold), meeting the highest ethical sourcing standards. Thanks to LBMA Good Delivery accreditation, the bars are accepted without additional verification at bullion banks, dealers and precious metals exchanges worldwide.
Investors building a diversified precious metals portfolio often combine gold bars with bullion coins and monitor current metal quotations. See also gold investment coins, silver bullion bars and current precious metals prices.
Technical specification
| Product name |
Argor-Heraeus Year of the Snake 1 oz Gold Bar 2025 |
| Metal |
Gold |
| Fineness |
999.9/1000 |
| Fine gold weight |
1 oz (31.103 g) (1 troy ounces) |
| Bar dimensions |
24 × 40 × 1.7 mm |
| Blister dimensions |
approx. 31 × 54 mm in blister with certificate |
| Bar type |
Minted (Year of the Snake 2025 motif) |
| Model |
bita z motywem Roku Węża - chińskiego zodiaku 2025 |
| Manufacturer |
Argor-Heraeus SA |
| Country of origin |
Switzerland |
| Accreditation |
LBMA Good Delivery |
| Obverse |
Year of the Snake 2025 (Chinese zodiac) motif, Argor-Heraeus logo, fineness and weight |
| Surface |
Smooth and mirror-like |
| Certificate |
Assay with serial number |
| Packaging |
Original blister with assay certificate |
| VAT |
Exempt (Council Directive 98/80/EC) |
| Manufacturer SKU |
3002293 |
FAQ - frequently asked questions
How much gold does the 1 oz (31.103 g) bar contain?
The bar contains exactly 1 oz (31.103 g) of pure gold with 999.9/1000 fineness, equivalent to 1 troy ounces. Bar dimensions are 24 × 40 × 1.7 mm.
What is the difference between minted and cast bars?
Minted bars have a smooth, mirror-like surface and sharp edges, as they are produced by stamping from rolled strips. Cast bars have a rough, matte surface and are made by pouring molten gold into moulds. Minted bars are usually more expensive due to the more complex production process but look more aesthetically refined.
Does the bar come with an assay certificate?
Yes, every bar is packaged in the original blister with an assay certificate containing the serial number, fineness, weight and assayer signature.
Who manufactures the Argor-Heraeus bar?
The bar is manufactured by Argor-Heraeus SA - Argor-Heraeus is one of the oldest and most reputable precious metals refineries in the world, based in Mendrisio, Switzerland (since 1951). The company is LBMA Good Delivery accredited.
Is investment gold subject to VAT?
No. Investment gold (bars with a minimum fineness of 995/1000 and qualifying coins) is VAT-exempt across the European Union under Council Directive 98/80/EC. This is a significant advantage of gold over silver or platinum.
Is a bar with a religious motif a good gift?
Yes, PAMP bars with a Cross motif are a popular choice for communion, baptism, confirmation or wedding. They combine spiritual meaning with real investment value - unlike typical gifts they retain their value and may rise with the gold price. They are packaged in a CertiPAMP blister with an assay certificate.
How liquid are Argor-Heraeus bars?
Bars from LBMA Good Delivery-accredited refineries are among the most liquid gold investment products in Europe. They are accepted without additional verification at bullion banks, professional buybacks and dealers worldwide.
How do I store a 1 oz (31.103 g) bar?
It is best to keep the bar in the original packaging, in a dry place away from moisture. For higher values, we recommend a home safe rated at least S2 (EN 14450) or class 0 (EN 1143-1) - depending on the value of the gold stored - or an insured bank safe deposit box.
How does GoldInvest24 ship bars?
We ship bars in secure protective packaging via courier with full insurance of the contents. Orders above 30 000 PLN are also handled via secure value transport.
Choose Argor-Heraeus Year of the Snake 1 oz Gold Bar 2025 and protect part of your capital in one of the most recognised investment bars. Order online at GoldInvest24.
