Minted silver bars
9 sizes · lowest price across all brands
Silver minted bars from leading Australian bullion dealers, sorted by size from smallest to largest. Investment-grade silver bars are GST-free. Click any size to compare each dealer's current price and see the premium over spot.
What is a minted silver bar
A minted silver bar is precision-pressed from refined silver and given a polished, finished surface. Most come in tamper-evident assay packaging from the producing mint. The result is a presentable product with a clean look, often featuring the mint's branding and a serial number.
Minted silver bars are popular with buyers who want a product they can gift or display as well as hold as an investment. They carry slightly higher premiums than cast silver bars because the manufacturing process is more involved. For buyers who prioritise value per ounce, cast bars are the more cost-efficient choice. For buyers who want a polished, packaged product, minted bars are worth the small premium difference.
Popular minted silver bar sizes in Australia
The most commonly purchased minted silver bar sizes in Australia are 100g, 500g, and 1kg. The 1kg size offers the lowest premium per gram among minted bars and is the most popular for investment buyers. The cheapest 1kg silver bars page compares every dealer's current 1kg price.
Smaller sizes (10g, 50g, 100g) are available but carry noticeably higher premiums. They are suited to buyers who want to accumulate in smaller amounts or purchase silver as a gift. For large purchases, the premium difference between a 1kg minted bar and a 1kg cast bar can be 3 to 5 percent, representing a meaningful cost over a substantial position.
Minted vs cast silver bars
Cast silver bars carry lower premiums than minted bars. A 1kg cast bar from ABC Bullion or the Perth Mint typically costs 5 to 10 percent over spot. An equivalent minted bar may cost 8 to 13 percent over spot. The difference narrows for smaller sizes and widens for larger purchases.
For investors focused purely on accumulating silver at the lowest cost, cast bars are the logical choice. For buyers who want a presentable product or plan to give the silver as a gift, minted bars are worth the additional premium. Both types are accepted by all major Australian dealers for buyback.
GST on silver minted bars in Australia
Investment-grade silver (99.9% pure or better) is GST-free in Australia, just like investment gold. Minted bars from recognised refiners are 99.9 percent pure or better, stamped with their weight and fineness, and qualify. GST only applies to collectable, proof and numismatic pieces and to lower-purity silver.
Because there is no GST on either metal, the costs that matter are the premium you pay over spot and the spread when you sell. Many Australian investors hold gold coins or gold bars as their primary precious metal holding and use silver for a secondary, higher-upside allocation. Our GST on silver guide explains which silver products qualify.
Where to buy minted silver bars in Australia
ABC Bullion, Perth Mint, Ainslie Bullion, and Swan Bullion carry the widest range of minted silver bars. Swan Bullion in particular is known for competitive silver pricing, especially on the 1kg size. Jaggards and Guardian Gold are also worth checking for specific sizes.
Always compare prices across dealers before buying. A 2 percent price difference on a 1kg silver bar purchase is around A$15 to A$25 at current prices. The table on this page shows the current cheapest price for each size. For a full profile of each dealer, see the dealers page.
Questions about minted silver bars
Do silver minted bars include GST in Australia?
No. Minted silver bars of 99.9 percent purity or better are investment-grade silver, which is GST-free in Australia, just like investment gold. GST only applies to collectable, proof and numismatic pieces and to lower-purity silver.
What is the cheapest minted silver bar in Australia?
The table on this page shows the cheapest price for every minted silver bar size currently available. Prices update throughout the day. For the most cost-efficient silver purchase overall, also check the cast bar prices on the silver cast bars page.
Should I buy a minted or cast silver bar?
Cast bars carry lower premiums and deliver more silver per dollar. Minted bars are more presentable and come in sealed assay packaging. For pure investment value, cast bars are the better choice. For a gift or a product you want to display, minted bars are worth the small extra cost.
What silver bar size offers the best value in Australia?
Larger bars carry lower premiums per ounce. The 1kg silver bar consistently offers the best balance of premium efficiency and practical size. 10oz bars are a good middle ground if you want something smaller than a kilogram without paying the high premiums that come with 100g bars.
Are Perth Mint silver bars worth the premium over other brands?
Perth Mint silver bars carry strong resale demand from all Australian dealers because of the government backing and global recognition. They may cost slightly more than an equivalent bar from a private refiner but are easier to sell quickly and at full spot value. For most buyers, the liquidity benefit justifies the small premium difference.