Gold Bar Prices Today (999.9)
What does a 999 gold bar cost by size — 1g, 5g, 10g, 20g, 50g, 100g & 1 oz? Gold content value at the official Kijang price + an estimated physical bar price from Public Gold.
999 gold bar by size
"Gold value 999" is the pure-gold content at the official Kijang Emas price (RM 578.75/g). Physical bars sell higher — Public Gold at about RM 597.00/g (~3.2% premium over Kijang). Small bars (1g/5g) usually carry a higher premium per gram, so the real price may exceed this linear estimate — confirm the exact size with the dealer.
Kijang Emas coin (official BNM)
Official Bank Negara Malaysia Kijang Emas sell & buy-back prices — pure 999.9 gold coins (1, ½ & ¼ oz). The tightest spread of any physical gold product.
Why is a bar dearer than its gold value?
- Dealer premium — the cost of casting, certifying & marketing the bar is added on top of the pure gold price.
- Smaller size = higher premium per gram. A 1g/5g bar costs more (per gram) than a 100g or 1kg bar.
- For the most cost-efficient investment, pick larger 999 sizes or Kijang Emas — the tightest buy-sell spread.
Figures are estimates at today's price for reference — not quotes. Actual bar prices depend on size, dealer & current premium. Not investment advice.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a 10g gold bar cost today?
The gold content in a 10g 999 bar is worth about RM 5,787 at today's official Kijang Emas fixing. A physical bar sells above that — dealers add a minting and distribution premium on top of the metal value.
Why do small gold bars cost more per gram?
Minting, assaying, packaging and certifying a bar costs roughly the same whether it holds 1 gram or 100 grams, so that fixed cost is spread over less metal in a small bar. A 1g bar therefore carries a much higher premium per gram than a 100g one.
Which gold bar size is best value?
Larger bars are more cost-efficient per gram because the premium is diluted. But they're harder to sell in part — you can't cut off 10 grams. Many buyers hold a mix: larger bars for the bulk of the value, smaller ones for flexibility when selling.
Is Kijang Emas better than a gold bar?
Kijang Emas is Malaysia's official 999.9 bullion coin from Bank Negara, currently RM 18,001 per ounce selling. Its advantage is the tightest buy-sell spread of any physical gold product here and guaranteed buy-back. Bars can be cheaper to buy but the spread varies by dealer.
Where can I buy gold bars in Malaysia?
Established bullion dealers such as Public Gold and MS Gold, the bank gold counters, and reputable jewellers all sell certified bars. Always check the stated purity and weight against the certificate, and be wary of any listing priced well below the metal value.