10OZ GOLD BAR — FEBRUARY 26, 2001
🪙 99.99% Purity · GST/HST-exempt · RRSP/TFSA: Yes
On Monday, February 26, 2001, the 10oz Gold Bar was priced at C$366.01 in Canadian Dollars. This included the spot price of C$358.83 plus a typical dealer premium of C$7.18 (2.0% over spot). Gold rose C$6.62 (+1.88%) from the previous session.
10oz gold bars offer bulk savings with lower premiums per ounce compared to 1oz products. These bars are popular among Canadian investors making larger bullion purchases. The Royal Canadian Mint and major refiners produce 10oz bars in 99.99% purity, making them eligible for RRSP/TFSA accounts and exempt from GST/HST.
In 2001, gold in CAD traded between C$344.39 and C$395.95, with an annual average of C$365.91. This day's price was -1.9% below the yearly average and -9.4% from the year's high.
PRICE BREAKDOWN
| Component | CAD |
|---|---|
| Gold Spot (XAU/CAD) | C$358.83 |
| Premium (2.0%) | +C$7.18 |
| 10oz Gold Bar | C$366.01 |
| Per Gram | C$11.77 |
CANADIAN DEALER PRICES — FEBRUARY 26, 2001
| Dealer | 1 oz Bar (CAD) | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Kitco | C$423.83 | C$65.00 |
| Sprott Money | C$436.83 | C$78.00 |
| SilverGoldBull | C$413.83 | C$55.00 |
| TD Precious Metals | C$453.83 | C$95.00 |
| Royal Canadian Mint | C$468.83 | C$110.00 |
| Border Gold | C$428.83 | C$70.00 |
📊 Market Analysis — February 26, 2001
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Can I hold gold in my RRSP or TFSA?
Gold bars and coins with 99.5%+ purity from approved refiners can be held in a self-directed RRSP or TFSA through a qualified custodian. Storage is handled by approved vault facilities like those operated by the Royal Canadian Mint.
❓ Is this product GST/HST-exempt in Canada?
Under the Excise Tax Act, investment-grade gold bullion with 99.5% or higher purity is exempt from GST/HST across all Canadian provinces. Products below this threshold (e.g., American Eagle at 91.67% gold) are subject to full provincial sales tax.
❓ How should I store gold safely at home?
If storing at home, use a UL-rated fire-resistant safe bolted to concrete. Consider a rider on your home insurance policy. For larger holdings, allocated vault storage through Kitco Pool or Sprott Money provides institutional-grade security.
💡 Canadian Gold Investor Guide
Portfolio Allocation: Most Canadian financial planners recommend allocating 5–15% of a diversified portfolio to gold and precious metals. This allocation provides downside protection during equity bear markets while maintaining growth potential during inflationary periods.
Physical vs Paper Gold: Physical bullion (bars, coins) provides tangible ownership with no counterparty risk, ideal for long-term holdings. ETFs (CGL.TO, MNT.TO) offer convenience for trading and rebalancing. A combination of both can optimize for both security and flexibility.
⚖️ Unit Conversions (CAD)
| Unit | Price (CAD) |
|---|---|
| Per Troy Ounce (31.1g) | C$366.01 |
| Per Gram | C$11.77 |
| Per Kilogram | C$11,767.48 |
| Per Pennyweight (1.555g) | C$18.30 |
| Per Tola (11.66g) | C$137.25 |
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