The 10-ounce gold bar offers an ideal balance between substantial precious metal content and manageable size for private investors, containing exactly 10 troy ounces of .999+ fine gold. This size became popular during the 1970s gold rush when individual investors sought alternatives to expensive coin premiums while maintaining reasonable portability. Modern 10-ounce bars feature advanced security elements including serial numbers, assay certificates, and tamper-evident packaging to ensure authenticity. Their lower premiums compared to smaller denominations and enhanced security features make them highly cost-effective for building significant gold positions.
