Why invest in gold, silver and platinum?
Anyone interested can invest and succeed. Because it can be bought
in small amounts, you do not need to be an expert or have large sums of money.
Safe and secure
It can be stored anonymously. Coins and bars combine value with portability.
Global accessibility
It can be exchanged for any currency anywhere in the world, instantly.
Trust and integrity
Gold, silver and platinum are a real, tangible asset — indestructible and impossible to create artificially.
Financial independence
Bars and coins carry no counterparty risk; with stocks or bonds, returns depend on the issuer.
Cost efficiency
Being a very high-density material, it concentrates great value in very little space.
Why choose us?
La Fontaine has 80 years of experience in the market; and from now on we also help our clients buy and sell gold, silver and platinum.
Contact us
Request a personalised appointment at our offices and, with no obligation and in an atmosphere of complete privacy, we will provide comprehensive advice to help you make the decision that best suits your needs.
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Buy-back of your investment
You can sell your product back to us at any time, at a very competitive price.
Gold price over the last 3 years
Gold price in Uruguay. At La Fontaine you can buy gold bars and coins as a safe investment option.
Precio al :
Cotizaciones internacionales de referencia (USD) actualizadas al 26/06/2026 10:28 hs.
Kilo
Ounce
Gram
Prices reflect international market value. La Fontaine's commission is applied additionally.
Silver price over the last 3 years
Silver price in Uruguay. At La Fontaine you can buy silver bars and coins as a safe investment option.
Precio al :
Kilo
Ounce
Gram
Prices reflect international market value. La Fontaine's commission is applied additionally.
Platinum price over the last 3 years
Platinum price in Uruguay. At La Fontaine you can buy platinum bars and coins as a safe investment option.
Precio al :
Kilo
Ounce
Gram
Prices reflect international market value. La Fontaine's commission is applied additionally.
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Questions about precious metals investment
Everything you need to know about gold bars, coins and prices in Uruguay.
Precious metals investment
Do you sell gold bars and coins for investment?
Yes. We offer gold, silver and platinum bars and coins for investment. Available formats vary with stock: from 1 gram up to larger bars, and coins such as the Krugerrand, the Maple Leaf and the American Eagle, among others. The price is set based on the day's international quote. Check availability via WhatsApp or at any of our stores.
What are the advantages of investing in physical gold?
Physical gold — bars or coins — is a tangible asset with no counterparty risk, which has historically held its value against inflation and local-currency devaluations. Unlike financial instruments, the metal is in your hands. At La Fontaine we also buy back the pieces we sell, at the reference price in force at the time of the transaction.
How is the price of gold determined in Uruguay?
The price of gold is referenced to the international market quote (London Bullion Market Association), expressed in US dollars per troy ounce. We use Kitco.com as a real-time reference for international prices. In Uruguay it is converted at the day's exchange rate. The final buying or selling price of each piece also factors in the metal's purity and weight.
Do you buy back the bars and coins you sell?
Yes. One of the advantages of buying at La Fontaine is that we offer preferential buy-back of the metals we sell. The buy-back price is set by the international quote in force at the time of the transaction. Ask us about current terms in store or via WhatsApp.
Service, location and contact
Where are you located and what are your hours?
We have two stores in Montevideo:
- Ciudad Vieja: Peatonal Sarandí 635, steps from the Puerta de la Ciudadela.
- Arocena: Arocena 1554.
Both are open Monday to Friday, 10:30 to 18:00 and Saturdays, 10:30 to 14:00. Customer parking available.
How do I start an inquiry or appraisal?
The fastest way is to send us photos of your piece via WhatsApp at +598 93 912 205 for an initial assessment at no cost. If you wish to proceed, we'll arrange an in-person visit at the store of your choice. You can also fill out the appraisal form in our Buying section or call us directly at +598 2916 0158.
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