Description
1 Gram Scottsdale Mint Gold Bar — "Prepper Gold" (.9999, BU)
American-Made .9999 Fine Gold · Crowned-Lion Hallmark · Barter-Ready Fractional
Real 24-karat gold in its most affordable, portable form. The Scottsdale Mint "Prepper Gold" bar packs one gram of .9999 fine gold into a tiny 15 mm format — struck in the USA and stamped with Scottsdale's crowned-lion hallmark. It's the perfect first gold purchase, a smart dollar-cost-averaging unit, and a barter-ready store of value you can tuck almost anywhere.
Specifications
| Metal content | 1 gram pure gold (.9999 fine, 24k) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Approx. 15 × 8.5 × 0.5 mm |
| Design | Scottsdale crowned-lion hallmark; "1 g · FINE GOLD · 999.9" |
| Condition | Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) — near-perfect, mint-fresh with full luster |
| Mint | Scottsdale Mint — Arizona, USA |
Why "Prepper Gold"
- Lowest-cost entry into physical 24k gold.
- Barter-ready: small enough for micro-transactions and emergency flexibility.
- Portable & discreet: stores anywhere; ideal for spreading risk across locations.
- Giftable: real gold at an accessible price point.
Who it's for
First-time gold buyers, dollar-cost averagers, preppers building barter reserves, and anyone who wants genuine 24k gold without a large outlay.
Authenticity & sourcing
Summit Metals sources directly from Scottsdale Mint, ensuring a pristine chain of custody and investment-grade quality — backed by our authenticity and buyback guarantees.
Storage & care
Keep the bar in its protective packaging; a gram gold wallet keeps multiples organized. Handle by the edges and store somewhere dry.
Pricing & premiums
Price tracks the live gold spot price (about 1/31.1 of spot for one gram) plus a premium; fractional gold carries a higher premium per gram than large bars, which is the trade-off for divisibility. Pricing updates through the trading day.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a 1 gram gold bar worth? About 1/31.1 of the live gold spot price, plus a premium. The price above is live.
How big is a 1 gram gold bar? Tiny — roughly 15 × 8.5 mm, about the size of a small SIM card.
Where can I buy 1 gram gold bars? Right here — Summit Metals ships fast, fully insured, with a buyback guarantee.
Are 1 gram gold bars a good investment? They're the most affordable way to own 24k gold and to dollar-cost average; premiums per gram are higher than large bars. (Not financial advice.)
Is this bar IRA eligible? This item is not currently flagged as IRA-eligible in our catalog; contact our team for IRA options.
Is it real gold? Yes — .9999 fine (24k) gold, struck by Scottsdale Mint and guaranteed authentic.
Why is the premium higher than a big bar? Minting and handling cost is spread over a tiny amount of gold, so small bars cost more per gram.
Can I use it for barter? Yes — its small size makes it ideal for small, divisible transactions.
How should I store it? In its sleeve or a gram gold wallet, kept dry; handle by the edges.
Can I sell it back? Yes — Summit Metals offers a buyback guarantee.
What condition is it in? Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) — a near-perfect, mint-fresh condition with full original luster.
Pair it with
Stack fractional metal with the 1 gram Scottsdale "Prepper Silver" bar and the 1/100 oz Scottsdale gold bar. Browse the full Scottsdale Mint collection.
Secure your Prepper Gold today
Add American-made fractional gold to your stack. Click "Add to Cart" — backed by Summit Metals' authenticity and buyback guarantees.
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