24K Fine Gold Hand-Poured Cast Bar (Custom/Artisanal)
Bar/Ingot · Yellow Gold; high-purity fine gold with a deep, saturated orange-yellow hue characteristic of 999 fineness.
Purity: Likely 24K (99.9% fine gold); purity represents pure gold content with virtually no alloys.
Type
Bar/Ingot
Purity
Likely 24K (99.9% fine gold); purity represents pure gold content with virtually no alloys.
Gold Type
Yellow Gold; high-purity fine gold with a deep, saturated orange-yellow hue characteristic of 999 fineness.
Weight
Estimated 20-31.1 grams (approx. 1 troy ounce) based on visual thickness and density relative to background.
Description
A dense, hand-poured yellow gold bar featuring the classic 'loaf' shape. The item exhibits the characteristic luster of high-purity fine gold, with a soft surface texture that highlights its artisanal manufacturing process over standardized machine-stamping.
Key Features
Hand-poured cooling ripples, rounded edges, deep 24K color saturation, and a lack of industrial hard lines.
Color & Finish
Deep buttery yellow with a matte, slightly granular cast finish; features natural cooling ripples and surface cooling marks.
Hallmarks & Stamps
None visible on this face; markings may be on the reverse or the bar may be an unmarked custom-poured specimen.
Dimensions Estimate
Approx. 20mm x 12mm x 4mm; rectangular with rounded 'loaves' edges typical of cast bars.
Gemstones & Inlays
None; solid gold bullion item.
Clasp & Closure
Not applicable; solid bullion bar.
Chain & Links
Not applicable; smooth, rounded edges with a 'poured' cast profile.
Craftsmanship Details
Cast using the traditional open-mold technique; visible surface tension at the edges indicates a manual pour and natural cooling.
Authentication Indicators
Visual density and deep color are consistent with fine gold; the way light reflects off the cooling ripples is difficult to simulate in plated base metals.
Origin & Maker
Likely a small-scale artisanal refiner or private mint; lacks the industrial precision of PAMP or Valcambi.
Era & Period
Contemporary; modern hand-poured trend popular among stackers and artisanal refiners.
Age Estimate
Likely 2010s to present; consistent with the modern 'hand-poured' aesthetic movement.
Cultural Significance
Represents the fundamental form of wealth storage throughout history, reminiscent of ancient ingots used for trade before standardized coinage.
Condition Notes
Very Good/Excellent; minor surface abrasions consistent with soft 24K gold; no significant gouges or material loss.
Value Estimate
Primary value is gold melt (Weight x Spot Price); artisanal bars often carry a 2-5% premium over spot on the secondary market.
Care & Maintenance
Store in a soft pouch to prevent scratching; 24K gold is extremely soft and can be deformed by hand or marred by harder metals.
Similar Items
1oz Stamped Gold Bars (Perth Mint/Credit Suisse), which are thinner, sharper, and include assay certificates.
Interesting Facts
Hand-poured bars are unique 'fingerprint' items; no two bars cool in exactly the same pattern, making them popular with 'stacker' collectors.