50 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% fine 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.

Modernized Symbols Of Liberty Amid The Scenic Wonders Of Wyoming

The 50 Aurum 1/20th-oz gold note offered here features the allegorical figure of Lady Libertas—Latin for Liberty—depicted as a 1950s-era hiker in Yellowstone National Park surrounded by wild flowering raspberries. Much like traditional images of Lady Liberty, Wyoming's Libertas is armed with all her usual accoutrements just in different forms. Instead of a flashlight she holds a flashlight in her left hand, she holds a walking stick (the staff of divine guidance) in her right hand. A canteen, representing life that comes from Liberty, hands from her wrist. On her pack hangs a sword while a shield rest at her feet—symbols that represent the constant need to be ready to defend Liberty from those who would take it away. Old Faithful erupts in the background alongside a depiction of Osprey Falls and images of wolves and a mother grizzly bear. 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!