Start with the base
One New Hampshire Goldback contains 1/1000 of a troy ounce of gold.
A practical idea in precious metal
Gold, divided
without losing its weight.
Goldbacks make small, physical quantities of gold easier to recognize, carry, and use by agreement.
01 / Form
A thin layer of 24-karat gold, protected for handling.
Goldbacks are produced by placing a precise amount of gold between durable polymer layers. The result is flexible and visually distinctive—unlike a conventional bar or coin.
02 / Proportion
One base unit.
Five useful scales.
Scale the gold
Every higher denomination contains a proportional multiple of that base amount.
Exchange voluntarily
People and businesses decide for themselves whether to accept Goldbacks and at what agreed value.
Questions, clearly answered
What to know before using Goldbacks.
What is a Goldback?
A Goldback is a voluntary currency containing a precise amount of 24-karat gold protected between durable polymer layers.
Are Goldbacks U.S. legal tender?
No. Goldbacks are not recognized as legal tender by the federal government. They may be used when both parties voluntarily agree to a transaction.
How much gold is in a New Hampshire Goldback?
The 1 denomination contains 1/1000 of a troy ounce. The 5, 10, 25, and 50 denominations contain proportionally more gold.
Is the displayed value a dealer price?
No. Displayed values are calculations based on the current official Goldback price. Independent dealer prices and terms may differ.
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