Heraeus vs. Argor-Heraeus: Unveiling the Names Behind Your Gold Bars

At GemityLab, transparency and authenticity lie at the heart of everything we do—especially when it comes to the refiners behind your bullion. Recently, some customers have noticed two names on our bars’ packaging: Heraeus and Argor-Heraeus. Here’s the story behind both, and why they represent the same uncompromising quality you expect.

A Shared Heritage in Precious Metals
Founded in 1851 in Hanau, Germany, Heraeus has grown into one of the world’s largest family-owned technology groups, with a core division—Heraeus Precious Metals—specializing in refining and processing gold, silver, platinum, and palladium (en.wikipedia.org). In 2017, Heraeus Holding GmbH took full ownership of its Swiss refining arm, Argor-Heraeus, integrating it into the Precious Metals operating company while preserving its Mendrisio-based minting expertise (heraeus-precious-metals.com).

Why Two Names, One Quality
Every gold bar stamped “Heraeus” on the metal itself originates from this same global network. The “Argor-Heraeus” branding appears on the tamper-evident assay card and blister packaging, reflecting the Swiss-minted facility that produces and certifies these bars (argor-heraeus.com, bullionbypost.co.uk). In practice:

• Bar face: Simply reads Heraeus, indicating purity (.9999 fine gold) and LBMA accreditation.

• Packaging: Carries the Argor-Heraeus name, assayer signature, weight, purity information, and matching serial number—proof that each bar has passed rigorous Swiss assay controls.

What This Means for You
Whether you see “Heraeus” on the gold itself or “Argor-Heraeus” on the card, you’re holding assured, investment-grade bullion:

• Purity & Authenticity: LBMA-accredited .9999 fine gold, with serial-matched assay certificate.

• Global Acceptance: Equally liquid and recognized across markets—bars trade seamlessly in Asia, Europe, and North America.

• Production Excellence: Swiss minting precision coupled with German R&D strength ensures each bar meets exacting standards.

Trust Your Bullion from GemityLab
Wether Heraeus or Argor-Heraeus, GemityLab sources them both directly from their authorized distributors. We ship every bar with full insurance, discreet packaging, and a GemityLab authenticity guarantee—because whether you read “Heraeus” or “Argor-Heraeus,” you deserve complete confidence in your investment.

Questions about your next purchase? Reach out at info@gemitylab.com or explore our full bullion collection today.