7. Gold ingot 1 kg, purity 997.8, numbered 659951, marked Comptoir Lyon-Alemand, Louyot & Cie, 1969, accompanied by analysis bulletin

Comptoir Lyon-Alemand, Louyot et Cie (CLAL) was a significant French company, specialized in processing precious metals. Today, the company is part of the Heimerle+Meule group, under the name Cookson-CLAL. It is one of the best smelters, refiners and traders of precious metals globally. Société Veuve Lyon-Alemand & fils was established in 1834, based on a refinery of precious metals operated by Mr. Lyon and Miss Alemand since 1800. In 1871, the company became Comptoir Lyon-Alemand (CLA). In 1957, CLA merged with Louyot, becoming Comptoir Lyon-Alemand, Louyot et Cie (CLAL). In 2000, CLAL joined the Cookson group, a global leader in the processing of precious metals. CLAL thus became Cookson-CLAL. In June 2013, Cookson-CLAL joined the Heimerle+Meule group, founded in 1845, headquartered in Pforzheim. It is the oldest smelter and refiner of precious metals from Germany. Cookson-CLAL offers services for professionals and individuals who want to recycle or transform precious metals into coins or investment bullions. With two centuries of experience, its processes are well fixed, and the quality of the refined products is exceptional. Their products are recognized on international markets, and the weight and purity are guaranteed. Besides investment products from gold and silver, Cookson-CLAL is a landmark in refining and recovering precious metals (gold, silver, platinum, palladium), in producing high-quality finished metals.

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