2025 Florida 1/2 Goldback 1/2000 Oz 24K Gold

2025 Florida 1/2 Goldback 1/2000 Oz 24K Gold The 2025 Florida 1/2 Goldback is a unique form of voluntary currency containing 1/2000th of a troy ounce of 24-karat gold, vacuum-sealed between layers of durable polymer. This specific denomination features the virtue "Spes" (Hope), represented by a detailed illustration of a young woman in armor kneeling beside her horse near a waterfall, symbolizing strength and resilience within the Florida series. The note includes a unique serial number for security and authenticity, alongside the inscription "Blessed are the meek." As a "Negotiable Instrument," it is designed to be used for small-scale barter or as a collectible, bridging the gap between traditional bullion and functional currency. The intricate artwork is printed in high resolution on the gold foil itself, creating a shimmering, prismatic effect that makes it both a piece of art and a fractional gold investment. Condition: This item appears to be in uncirculated condition, showing crisp edges and no visible folds or creases, though the scan quality limits a definitive assessment of surface luster or micro-abrasions. It is a modern bullion product and is not professionally graded. The mint is Valaurum, which utilizes a proprietary vacuum deposition process to create the note. The metal content is 1/2000th Troy Ounce of 24K gold, as specified in the printed text on the lower portion of the note. Historically, Goldbacks are a local currency project launched to provide a physical gold medium for small-scale transactions, with Florida being one of several states represented in the series. The strike type is a high-resolution polymer-embedded gold foil deposition, which results in a mirrored reverse image and a detailed, multi-colored obverse design featuring the personification of Spes (Hope) and a Cracker Horse. Goldback, Florida, currency, gold, 24k, troy ounce, horse, Spes, numismatics, bullion, 2025, negotiable instrument, one half, gold foil, precious metals Florida Goldback, 24k gold foil, 1/2000 troy ounce, voluntary currency, collectible gold, fractional gold, physical gold, bullion note, gold investment, numismatics IMPORTANT BIDDER NOTICE Bidder is solely responsible for determining value, condition, completeness, authenticity, fitment, grade, and usefulness before bidding. THIS ITEM IS SOLD STRICTLY AS-IS, WHERE-IS, WITH NO WARRANTIES OR GUARANTEES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. ALL SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS. NO RETURNS. NO CANCELLATIONS. NO BID RETRACTIONS. By placing a bid, the bidder acknowledges that they have reviewed the title, description, photographs, and any auction notices, and have had the opportunity to ask questions before bidding. Bidder agrees that: The item is being purchased strictly as shown in the photographs and described in the listing The auction house does not grade, test, appraise, or authenticate items unless specifically stated By registering and placing bids, the bidder expressly authorizes Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions to charge the payment method on file for any lots won, including buyer’s premium, applicable taxes, shipping, handling, and processing fees in accordance with the posted auction terms.“Charges may appear on your credit card statement under Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions, Iowa Surplus Auctions, ISA Auctions, ATR Auctions, or the payment processor associated with the auction.”ons, or the payment processor associated with Iowa Surplus & Estate Auctions.” References to gold, silver, platinum, copper, plated, gold-gilded, gold-layered, silver-plated, or similar terminology may describe visual appearance, color, or decorative finish only Unless expressly verified in the listing, the metal content, purity, composition, or percentage is not tested, guaranteed, or represented by the auction house. Such descriptions may refer solely to aesthetic characteristics rather than actual metal composition. Third-party grading opinions are those of the third party alone Placing a bid creates a binding contract if the bidder wins the item, payment is required under the posted auction terms For coins, trading cards, and collectibles, items may be raw, graded, ungraded, authentic, reproduction, replica, reprint, or altered unless specifically stated otherwise. The bidder must rely on their own review and judgment before bidding. The bidder authorizes the Auction Company to submit all bidding records, platform activity logs, photographs, invoice history, and shipping documentation to payment processors, banks, and collection agencies to enforce these Terms. By placing any bid, the bidder acknowledges they have read the title and description in full, reviewed all photographs, and had the opportunity to ask questions prior to bidding. The bidder agrees they are purchasing the item strictly as shown in the auction images and as described, AS-IS, WHERE-IS, and that placing a bid and/or winning an item constitutes a binding con