5g Star of David Gold Bar

The PAMP Suisse Star of David Gold Bar

The 5g PAMP Suisse Star of David gold bar is part of PAMP's Faith series, a collection of themed bullion bars representing the world's major religions. The Star of David design represents Judaism, sitting alongside companion bars for Christianity (Cross), Islam (Ka'Bah), Buddhism (Buddha), and Hinduism (Lakshmi). Each bar in the Faith series combines investment-grade gold with culturally significant iconography.

The obverse features a deeply detailed hexagram, the Magen David, which has served as a symbol of Jewish identity since the Middle Ages and was adopted as the central emblem of the Israeli flag in 1948. The Hebrew word "Zion" is incorporated into the design, referencing the biblical promised land. The reverse carries the standard PAMP Suisse logo, serial number, weight, and purity markings.

Limited mintage distinguishes this bar from PAMP's open-run products like the 5g Fortuna. Production is capped at approximately 3,000 pieces for the 5g gold version, making it genuinely scarce by bullion standards. This limited availability drives higher premiums than a standard PAMP bar of the same weight, positioning the Star of David as a collectible with underlying metal value rather than a pure investment product.

The bar ships in a colourised CertiPAMP assay card with a custom presentation envelope, designed specifically for gifting. It is popular as a gift for Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, Hanukkah, and other Jewish celebrations, combining religious symbolism with tangible precious metal value.

Star of David 5g Gold Bar Specifications

PAMP's Veriscan technology provides digital authentication by scanning the bar's microscopic surface topography, creating a unique metallic fingerprint that can be verified through the PAMP smartphone app. This security feature is built into the manufacturing process and works even if the bar is removed from its packaging, though keeping the CertiPAMP seal intact is recommended for resale value.

The colourised assay card features a blue-themed presentation frame specific to the Star of David design, distinguishing it visually from other Faith series bars. The assay certificate confirms the bar's weight, purity, serial number, and assayer's mark.

Tax Position for the Star of David Gold Bar

As a 999.9 fine gold bar from an LBMA-accredited refiner, the Star of David bar qualifies for the same tax treatment as any other investment gold product in most jurisdictions. Its limited-edition status does not affect tax classification.

United Kingdom

VAT: Exempt. Investment gold at 995+ fineness is zero-rated for VAT.

CGT: Subject to capital gains tax. Gold bars are not UK legal tender, so gains above the £3,000 annual exempt amount are taxable at 18% or 24%. The collectible premium on this bar could increase the CGT liability if it appreciates beyond its metal value.

United States

Sales tax: State-dependent. Most states exempt bullion; some apply thresholds. The limited-edition nature does not change the sales tax classification as bullion.

Capital gains: Collectibles rate of up to 28% for long-term holdings.

IRA: PAMP gold bars at 999.9 fineness from this LBMA-accredited refiner meet IRS purity requirements for a self-directed Precious Metals IRA, provided the custodian accepts the specific product.

Canada

GST/HST-exempt for investment-grade gold at 99.5%+ purity. The 999.9 fineness qualifies without question.

European Union

VAT-exempt under the Investment Gold Directive (EU Council Directive 98/80/EC) for gold bars at 995+ fineness.

Singapore

GST-exempt under the Investment Precious Metals (IPM) scheme for gold at 99.5%+ purity from LBMA-accredited refiners. Singapore is a significant market for PAMP products, and the bar is available through local dealers.

Hong Kong

No VAT, no import duty, no capital gains tax. One of the most straightforward jurisdictions for gold ownership.

Star of David vs Other PAMP Faith and Themed Bars

The Star of David occupies a specific niche within PAMP's product range: a culturally significant, limited-mintage bar that functions as both bullion and a meaningful gift. The most direct comparisons are with other bars in the same Faith series and with PAMP's standard offerings.

The 5g Cross of Christianity gold bar is the closest sibling product, representing Christianity within the same Faith series. Both share identical specifications (5g, 999.9 fine, CertiPAMP packaging, limited mintage) and similar premiums. The choice between them is purely one of personal or cultural significance.

The 5g PAMP True Happiness gold bar targets the Chinese cultural market with the "Fu" character for good fortune. It serves a similar gifting function but for different cultural occasions, primarily Chinese New Year and lunar celebrations.

Against the 5g PAMP Fortuna, the Star of David carries a higher premium driven by its limited mintage and collectible appeal. The Fortuna is open-mintage and trades closer to spot, making it more cost-effective for pure investment. Buyers prioritising metal value per dollar should consider the Fortuna; those seeking a culturally meaningful gold gift will find the Star of David serves a purpose that generic bars cannot.

No other major LBMA-accredited refiner produces a Star of David-themed bullion bar. Some private mints produce Star of David rounds, but these lack the LBMA accreditation, Veriscan authentication, and international recognition that PAMP provides. For buyers specifically seeking Jewish-themed bullion from a recognised refiner, this is effectively the only option in the market.