Lot 220: An American Bison 24ct Gold Aurum 1000mg Note

A contemporary United States 1000mg gold note, titled ONE THOUSAND MILLIGRAMS 24K GOLD AURUM. The note is constructed from a thin layer of 24ct gold weighing 1g, protected between transparent polyester layers. The face features a detailed portrait of an American Bison to the right, with a stylised landscape and a vertical serial number NW52536265 to the left. The reverse depicts a full-body vignette of an American Bison standing on a rocky outcrop against a micro-printed background repeating the phrase 24K PURE GOLD. The piece is printed with various legends including NATURAL TREASURE, American Bison, and MADE IN USA | NOT LEGAL TENDER | U.S. & INTERNATIONAL PATENTS PENDING.