Gold note 5 Florida Goldback, 1/200 oz.

A gold banknote covered with a thin laminate as an alternative to paper dollars.

Goldbacks are a unique type of private currency characterized by their real gold content. These are physical banknotes that contain a thin layer of 24K gold, protected by a polymer laminate. This design makes goldbacks durable, practical to use and provides a means of storing value based on the precious metal. Created with local communities in the US in mind, they aim to enable alternative payment methods independent of traditional financial institutions. The variety of denominations makes them convenient for everyday transactions. Goldbacks are gaining acceptance among both gold investors and those seeking alternatives to traditional fiat currencies.

The basic design of the 5 Florida Goldbacks banknote refers to the history of piracy along the Florida coast. The graphic depicts a pirate woman studying maps aboard a ship in the foreground. The caption at the bottom reads DEFINITELY CONQUER THE UNKNOWN, while a pirate ship with the word AUDAX sails in the background. The Latin word audax meant bold, daring venture and was translated as brave, spirited or bravado.