# Buy and sell a silver bar in Fontaine

> Source: https://lingots-argent.fr/en/silver-bullion/fontaine/ — By Bertrand Mathieu. Price updated 2026-08-21.

## In brief
In Fontaine (Isère, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes — 22,020 inhabitants), the silver price is around **1,9 € per gram** (1 900 € per kilo) as of 2026-08-21. The price is global and identical everywhere; only the buy premium and the buyback margin vary. Investment silver is subject to **20% VAT** on purchase (unlike gold). Nearest counter: **Maison de l'Or & Bijoux — Mougins**, Mougins (06250), about **206 km** away.

## Silver price and rates in Fontaine
Metal value = spot price (1,9 €/g) × weight. Buy price = value + premium + 20% VAT. Buyback = a fraction of the spot price.

| Format | Metal value | Buy price | Buyback |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 kg silver bar | 1 900 € | 2 554 € | 1 710 € |
| 500 g silver bar | 950 € | 1 300 € | 855 € |
| 250 g silver bar | 475 € | 661 € | 428 € |
| 100 g silver bar | 190 € | 274 € | 171 € |
| 50 g silver bar | 95 € | 141 € | 86 € |
| Silver ounce (31.1 g) | 59 € | 91 € | 53 € |

*Indicative prices — neither a firm offer nor investment advice.*

## Buying silver in Fontaine
Price close to spot plus the format premium and 20% VAT. Large formats (1 kg bar) have the lowest premium; small formats and coins are more liquid on resale.

## Selling / appraising your silver in Fontaine
The buyback value depends on the fine silver weight (925 vs 999) and the day's price. Free appraisal with no commitment. Remote appraisal recommended from Fontaine (counter 206 km away).

## Key points
- Compare the premium (%) rather than the raw price.
- Factor 20% VAT into your profitability calculation.
- Require a certificate and seal (LBMA); keep invoices.
- On buyback, only the fine silver weight counts.

## Contact
Free quote: https://lingots-argent.fr/en/contact/