1g Istanbul Gold Refinery (IGR) 24K Yellow Gold Bullion Bar
Gold Bar/Ingot · Classic Yellow Gold (pure elemental gold without alloying metals)
Purity: 24K (999.9 Fine Gold); 99.99% pure gold content
Type
Gold Bar/Ingot
Purity
24K (999.9 Fine Gold); 99.99% pure gold content
Gold Type
Classic Yellow Gold (pure elemental gold without alloying metals)
Weight
1.00 gram (0.03215 troy ounces)
Description
This is a fine 1-gram gold bullion bar produced by the prestigious Istanbul Gold Refinery. It is presented in its original orange and yellow assay card, which serves as a certificate of authenticity. The bar features the IGR stamp, ensuring its purity and weight. Such fractional bars are highly liquid and popular for small-scale physical gold investment and gifting.
Key Features
LBMA Good Delivery markings, tamper-evident assay card, 999.9 ultra-high purity, and signature IGR logo
Color & Finish
Deep, rich golden yellow; mirror-like high polish finish with frosted relief for lettering and logos
Hallmarks & Stamps
Stamped on bar: IGR Logo, '1 gram', 'FINE GOLD', '999.9'. The assay card includes an assayer signature and serial tracking info.
Dimensions Estimate
Approx. 15mm length x 8.5mm width x 0.5mm thickness; standard fractional bullion size
Gemstones & Inlays
None; pure bullion item
Clasp & Closure
Not applicable; housed in a protective tamper-evident plastic assay laminate
Chain & Links
Not applicable; smooth, non-reeded straight edges common to pressed bullion bars
Craftsmanship Details
Precision die-struck/minted bar with sharp lettering and polished fields; manufactured under strict ISO 9001 and LBMA quality standards.
Authentication Indicators
The presence of the matching assay card, crispness of the IGR logo stamp, and 999.9 fineness marking. The bar's color is consistent with 24K gold.
Origin & Maker
Turkey; manufactured by Istanbul Gold Refinery (IGR), an LBMA-certified mint
Era & Period
Contemporary (Modern Bullion)
Age Estimate
Likely produced within the last 5-10 years (2015-present)
Cultural Significance
Represents the modern global standard for wealth preservation and the tradition of Turkish gold craftsmanship in a financialized bullion format.
Condition Notes
Excellent/Mint condition for the gold itself; the protective assay plastic appears slightly wrinkled or handled but intact
Value Estimate
Market value is based on the current gold spot price per gram plus a 10-25% premium for fractional minting and assay costs.
Care & Maintenance
Keep inside the original assay card to maintain resale value; do not remove from plastic as fingerprint oils can affect the surface luster.
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Interesting Facts
The Istanbul Gold Refinery was the first refinery in Turkey to be listed on the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) Good Delivery list.