K00001 Gold Bar

This genuine gold bar, weighing an impressive 400 ounces (12.5 kg), is not just a valuable piece of pure gold, but also a historically significant artifact. Based on current gold prices, its raw value is estimated to be around $1.7 million, but its rarity and historical importance make it worth even more.

This bar holds a special place in Western Australia’s gold mining history, as it was the first-ever gold bar minted at the Kalgoorlie Mint. Its unique serial number, K0001, confirms its status as a one-of-a-kind piece. Due to its significance and collectability, its value is increased by hundreds of thousands of dollars beyond its gold content.

A true symbol of Kalgoorlie’s golden legacy, this bar represents the wealth, prosperity, and industry that shaped the Goldfields region. While it may be tempting to imagine it as the world’s most expensive doorstop, it remains securely housed in the vault, preserving its story for future generations.