10 Nevada Goldback Aurum Gold Note

Followers of the history of Goldbacks as an alternative currency likely already know the fascinating practical applications of these gold notes. In addition to the physical value they carry in the form of small amounts of gold in each note, collectors can use Goldbacks to purchase goods and services from all providers that accept them. As of now, businesses in a variety of sectors in Utah and Nevada accept Goldbacks for payment. 

Key Features: 

• 1/100th ounce of pure gold. 
• Depiction: Lady Justice as depicted at the Virginia City, Nevada Courthouse. 
• Usable as a form of payment at some businesses. 
• Shipped with great care in a currency sleeve and bubble mailer. 

It’s impossible to discuss gold notes in the Aurum Goldback line without paying close attention to the fascinating designs on the obverse side. For the 10 Nevada Goldback note, Aurum has continued the tradition of representing virtues using a variety of Nevada-specific symbols and vignettes. This gold note features the familiar Lady Justice as its centerpiece. But this Lady Justice is not the blindfolded woman often depicted in the United States legal system. Instead, the Lady Justice that makes an appearance outside of the Virginia City Courthouse has pulled her veil back, allowing violators of the law to see that her eyes are wide open to their misdeeds. 

The 10 Nevada Goldback also attempts to represent much of the natural beauty of Nevada in its artwork. The Virginia Mountains, majestic wild horses, the Pyramid Lake, and other landmarks surround Lady Justice. This unique juxtaposition of justice imagery with the wild nature of the state creates a stunning vignette, placing the old in opposition with the new, depicting man’s laws standing alongside the majesty of nature. 

It should go without saying that this series is highly collectible. With five different denominations, investors can collect varying amounts of gold while building a collection of vignettes that paint a beautiful picture of the vibrant history, culture, and identity of Nevada. Other depictions include Varitas, Sophia (Wisdom), Fortitudine, and Libertas. While there’s certainly more to the old state of Nevada than these five virtues, the 10 Nevada Goldback Gold Note is a great place to start. 

There are clearly a number of different reasons why collectors might flock to Goldbacks as a way to store value in gold. While most establishments still don’t accept this alternative currency as a valid form of payment, fans of the exciting history and imagery of the American Frontier will surely love the beautiful design that adorns the 10 Nevada Goldback Aurum Gold Note.