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2026 Idaho 1/2 Goldback 24K Gold Low Mintage
2026 Idaho 1/2 Goldback 24K Gold Limited Mintage Rare
This 2026 Idaho 1/2 Goldback is a remarkable piece of currency art featuring the virtue Pietas, depicted as a Native American mother carrying her child through the Idaho wilderness. As a 2026 issue, this item is part of a limited mintage, making it rare and difficult to acquire for collectors. The note is crafted with 1/2000th Troy Ounce of 24K gold, utilizing advanced vacuum deposition technology to layer pure gold between protective polyester layers. This specific design includes intricate details of the Lolo Trail and native wildlife, symbolizing deep-rooted devotion and family heritage. Given its 2026 date, this Goldback represents a low mintage release that serves as both a beautiful collectible and a unique way to hold gold in a highly divisible and portable format.
2026 Idaho 1/2 Goldback 24K Gold 1/2000th Troy Ounce Aurum Note
Condition: This 2026 Idaho 1/2 Goldback is in uncirculated, pristine condition with sharp corners and no visible signs of wear or handling. It was produced by Valaurum using the patented Aurum process, which vacuum deposits 24K gold between layers of polyester. The metal content is explicitly stated on the note as 1/2000th Troy Ounce 24K Gold. This item features a high-resolution strike type with intricate detail including the figure of Gratia (Grace) depicted as a Native American woman on the Lolo Trail. Historically, Goldbacks are a local currency innovation designed to make gold a spendable, liquid asset for small transactions. This specific note is ungraded but remains in its original mint state.
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