5 Wyoming Goldback Aurum 24kt Gold Foil Note

These Wyoming Goldbacks Will Put Some Gold Back In Your Collection

There's a voluntary unit of local currency that exists in Wyoming called "Goldbacks," 24-karat gold foil notes that are crafted in increments of 1/1000th of an ounce of highly pure 99.9% gold. Already, many local merchants and vendors are accepting this new form of currency as payment. What's more, they can be accepted in other states that allow the usage of these intriguing and beautifully designed notes.

Wafer-Thin Gold Foil Currency Notes

Each wafer-thin note is coated with a protective plastic cover so it can be circulated, exchanged, and used without the gold tearing. They're meant to be used just like cash to purchase items. If you travel through Wyoming, you'll probably even see signs that say "Goldbacks Accepted Here" to let you know these fractional gold units can be spent just like any other form of legal-tender currency. Anyone can own Goldbacks, even if they aren't a resident of Wyoming.

Representations Of Allegorical Figures

Not only is each Goldback crafted in increments of 1/1000th of an ounce of pure gold (1 Aurum), but they are also fabulous examples of the engraver's art—and the larger the denomination, the bigger the note. The design on each denomination features an allegorical depiction of one of the lady virtues and combines her with distinct symbols representing different aspects of Wyoming history and culture.

Wyoming's Fearless Rodeo Queen

The 5 Aurum 1/200th-oz gold note offered here features the allegorical figure of Audentia—Lady Boldness or Fearlessness. She's depicted here as a rodeo queen in Western attire along with her faithful horse surrounded by roses and thorns. Below her an inscription reads, "Doubt Not, Fear Not." A scroll, scepter and rope are featured in the foreground. The scroll represents harmful decrees, the scepter represents the grace that rewards boldness, and the rope represent the vindication that will hang the designers of such evil decrees when boldness brings them to light. The back of the note displays the negative image of the front illustration, which also serves as a security feature.

Not just a novelty item, each Wyoming Goldback Note can be melted down for its precious metal content if its owner would rather have a solid gold piece. It's always good to have some gold in your portfolio, and now you can obtain pure gold that's capable of buying basic items such as a loaf of bread, a gallon of milk, a dozen eggs… and more! Go for the gold today and have a ready stash for tomorrow!