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A 2020 Idaho 1/4 Goldback, a privately issued negotiable instrument produced by Goldback Inc. using the Aurum gold-infusion process. The note consists of a thin layer of 24 carat gold protected by a polymer coating. The obverse features a central figure of Justitia (Justice) depicted as a blindfolded woman holding scales and wearing a cuirass inscribed with the word JUSTITIA. The surrounding design includes a mountainous landscape, a butterfly, and the motto Judge righteously. Text on the note includes IDAHO Goldback Negotiable Instrument and the denomination ONE FOURTH. It is inscribed with the vertical serial number AL13081 and US Patent 10781520. A technical specification box at the bottom states that the note contains 1/4000th troy ounce of 24 carat gold and is payable by Goldback Inc. in US gold coin to bearer on demand. The reverse shows a mirrored, semi-transparent image of the obverse design.
Gold content: 1/4000 oz t (approximately 0.0078g)
Purity: 24 carat (.999 fine gold).
Condition report:
The note appears to be in brilliant uncirculated condition. There are no visible creases, folds, tears, or edge wear. The printing and metallic infusion are sharp and clear.
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