Los Angeles' Trusted Bullion Buyer Since 1980

Sell Your Suisse Gold Bars in Los Angeles

South Bay Coin buys PAMP Suisse and Credit Suisse gold bars at our Lawndale showroom. Bring your bullion in for a private, no-obligation appraisal, verified in front of you, and walk out paid the same day.

The Smart Place to Sell Suisse Gold Bars in LA

If you want to sell Suisse gold bars in Los Angeles for a serious offer, South Bay Coin is the place locals trust. We are a licensed, bonded, and insured precious metals dealer in Lawndale, and we have been buying investment bullion across Los Angeles County since 1980. PAMP Suisse and Credit Suisse bars are among the most recognized gold products in the world, and our buyers know exactly how to value them.

Most pawn shops and jewelry stores treat a fine gold bar like generic scrap. They rarely account for the brand, the intact assay card, or the resale demand that a sealed Swiss bar carries. Because South Bay Coin refines gold in-house and sells bullion at our own counter, we cut out the middleman and pass that value back to you. That is why sellers across the South Bay consistently leave with a higher offer than they expected.

Every bar is tested, weighed, and verified in front of you with full transparency and zero pressure. Whether you are holding a single one-ounce Lady Fortuna bar, a set of gram bars, or a kilo ingot, you receive the same careful appraisal. Many clients also bring in gold coins and bullion or visit us for cash for gold in Los Angeles the same afternoon.

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Our Lawndale Bullion Counter

South Bay Coin

Address 16916 Hawthorne Blvd, Lawndale, CA 90260
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Hours Mon-Fri: 10 AM - 5 PM
Sat: 10 AM - 3 PM
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Areas We Serve Torrance, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Hawthorne, El Segundo, Inglewood, Gardena, Carson, Palos Verdes, Long Beach, Compton, Lomita, Rolling Hills, and all of Los Angeles County.
Our Expertise

How We Value Your PAMP and Credit Suisse Bars

Suisse gold bars are refined to .9999 fine, the industry standard for investment-grade gold. PAMP Suisse bars are produced by the PAMP refinery in Switzerland, while Credit Suisse bars were manufactured by Valcambi. Both carry a unique serial number, and most arrive sealed in an assay card that certifies weight and purity. Our appraisers read all of these markings the moment your bar hits the counter.

Authenticity matters with bullion, so we verify every bar with non-destructive XRF analysis and, when needed, ultrasonic testing that can reveal a tungsten core without ever damaging your property. We confirm that the serial number on the bar matches the assay card and check the VeriScan or hologram security features used on modern PAMP Lady Fortuna pieces. Counterfeit bars are common online, which is exactly why selling in person to a licensed dealer protects you.

A sealed bar with an intact assay card is the most liquid form to sell, but a loose or opened bar is still fully valued here once we confirm its content. We buy every size, from one-gram bars up to kilo ingots, and we recognize the collector demand created now that Credit Suisse bars are no longer in production. You receive a transparent, brand-aware offer, not a generic scrap quote.

Suisse Bullion We Buy for Cash

We purchase Swiss gold bars in every size, design, and condition, sealed or loose. If it is fine gold bullion, our buyers will appraise it.

PAMP Suisse Gold Bars

Lady Fortuna, Rosa, Lunar, and religious series bars from one gram through ten ounces and kilo ingots.

Credit Suisse Gold Bars

Classic Valcambi-made ingots and the Liberty series, including discontinued bars now sought by collectors.

Sealed & Loose Bars

Bars still sealed in an assay card, plus opened, scratched, or loose bullion with no certificate. Condition is fine.

Other Swiss Bullion

Valcambi, Argor-Heraeus, Metalor, and other refiner bars, rounds, and ingots in any weight.

Sell a Suisse Gold Bar in Three Steps

1

Visit, Call, or Text

Walk into our Lawndale showroom at 16916 Hawthorne Blvd. No appointment needed. Or call (310) 363-7808 and text us photos of your bars first.

2

Verified Expert Appraisal

We confirm the refiner, weight, and serial number, then verify purity with XRF testing in front of you. Every step is explained, with zero pressure.

3

Get Paid Immediately

Accept the offer and receive cash or a check on the spot. Most visits take about 15 minutes. Bring a valid photo ID.

How We Compare

South Bay Coin vs. Other Gold Bar Buyers

Not every buyer recognizes what a sealed PAMP or Credit Suisse bar is really worth. Here is how a licensed local refiner stacks up against pawn shops, jewelry stores, and mail-in dealers.

South Bay Coin Pawn Shops Jewelry Stores Mail-In
Recognizes Suisse brand value Sometimes Varies
Verifies bar in front of you Sometimes Sometimes
Same-day cash, no shipping
Owns in-house refinery Varies
Payout for fine bullion Highest Low Below market Market, less fees
Licensed CA dealer Varies Varies Varies
45+ year track record Varies Varies Varies
Reviews

What Our Customers Say

5.0
400+ Google Reviews

"Brought in a few PAMP Suisse bars and they tested each one right in front of me. Best offer I found in the South Bay."

R.M. · Torrance, CA

"My loose Credit Suisse bar had no assay card and they still valued it fairly. Friendly, honest, no pressure at all."

J.L. · Redondo Beach, CA

"I almost mailed my gold bars to an online buyer. So glad I drove to Lawndale instead and got paid cash the same day."

A.S. · Manhattan Beach, CA

"They knew exactly what my Lady Fortuna bars were and explained the serial number check. Real experts, not a pawn shop."

D.K. · Palos Verdes, CA
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FAQ

Common Questions About Selling Suisse Gold Bars

You can sell Suisse gold bars in person at South Bay Coin in Lawndale, minutes from Torrance and the wider South Bay. We are a licensed California dealer who has bought bullion since 1980. Bring your PAMP bars in, watch us verify them, and leave paid the same day.

Yes. We actively buy Credit Suisse gold bars, including classic Valcambi-made ingots and the Liberty series. Now that these bars are no longer produced, collectors value them more than ever. We assess both the gold content and any collector interest, then make you a transparent offer on the spot.

Absolutely. A loose or opened bar with no certificate is still fully valued at South Bay Coin. A sealed assay card adds liquidity and makes verification faster, but it is not required. We confirm authenticity with our own XRF and ultrasonic testing, so a missing card never costs you the sale.

We use non-destructive XRF analysis to read purity and, when needed, ultrasonic testing that reveals a tungsten core without harming your bar. We also confirm the serial number matches the assay card and check VeriScan or hologram security features. Everything happens at the counter while you watch.

We buy every standard size, from one-gram and 2.5-gram bars up through 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100-gram bars, one-ounce and five-ounce pieces, and full kilo ingots. Whether you have a single small bar or a larger collection, our buyers appraise each one individually.

Mailing bullion means insuring a package, shipping something valuable out of your hands, and waiting days for payment. Selling locally at South Bay Coin keeps you in control. You watch the verification, ask questions, and walk out with cash or a check the same day, with no shipping risk.

A sealed bar still in its assay card is the most liquid form, because the certificate confirms weight and purity at a glance. A loose bar simply needs an extra verification step. At South Bay Coin both are welcome, and our in-house testing means a loose bar is still valued accurately.

No appointment is needed. Walk-ins are always welcome at our Lawndale showroom during business hours. If you prefer, text a photo of your bars to (310) 363-2697 first so we can confirm details before you arrive. Bring a valid photo ID for any bullion transaction.

Yes. A Credit Suisse bar holds value from its .9999 fine gold content regardless of the bank itself. Because the bars are discontinued, many carry added collector appeal. We weigh both the metal and the collector demand, so your discontinued Swiss bullion is valued fairly at our counter.

Pawn shops often treat a fine Swiss bar as generic gold and overlook its brand and assay value. As a licensed dealer with an in-house refinery, South Bay Coin recognizes what a PAMP or Credit Suisse bar truly is. That expertise typically means a stronger, more transparent offer for you.

Ready to Sell Your Suisse Gold Bars?

Walk into our Lawndale showroom or text a photo for a fast, no-obligation appraisal today.