A gold ingot is a solid piece of gold that has been refined and shaped into a specific form, usually a bar or a brick. These ingots are typically produced by melting down gold ore and purifying it to remove impurities. They are often stamped with information about their weight and purity, making them a reliable form of investment and trade. Gold ingots are commonly used in the financial markets as a way to store wealth. Investors and central banks often buy them as a hedge against inflation and economic uncertainty. The value of a gold ingot is determined by its weight and the current market price of gold.