A privately issued Idaho Goldback negotiable instrument, denomination 1/4, containing 1/4000th troy ounce of 24 carat gold. The note belongs to the Alpha Series, identified by the date code alpha 2026 near the logo. It is produced using Aurum technology, where a thin layer of 0.999 fine gold is deposited between polymer layers, creating a metallic gold surface with a mirrored image visible on the reverse. The obverse features a central vignette of Justitia (Lady Justice) blindfolded and holding scales, with the text Justitia appearing on her belt and the motto Judge righteously inscribed below. The serial number AL13081 is printed vertically on the left side. Text along the left margin includes US Patent 10781520 and the disclaimer Privately Issued Not US Dollar Legal Tender. The denomination 1/4 is located in the upper left corner and ONE FOURTH at the bottom centre. A facsimile signature is present in the lower right corner.
Condition report:
Uncirculated condition. The note appears pristine with sharp corners, clean edges, and no visible folds, creases, or handling marks.
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