5 Arizona Goldback Gold Note, 1/200 troy ounce

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

The 5 Arizona Goldback Banknote embodies the virtue of Lex et Ordo - Law and Order - by evocatively depicting one of the most pivotal moments in Arizona history: the shooting at the O.K. Corral in Tombstone in 1881. Although the clash lasted only a few dozen seconds, it has become a timeless symbol of the struggle between chaos and justice on the frontier of the Wild West. In the center of the scene stands a resolute woman of the law, stepping confidently forward, with U.S. Marshal Virgil Earp's badge proudly pinned to her chest. She embodies courage in the face of turmoil, the confidence and composure of those who restored peace when order was threatened. Her stance symbolizes strength and discipline - qualities that distinguished the true guardians of justice of the time. In the background is the O.K. signboard. Corral, anchoring the scene in its historical context. A gila monster crawling across the desert sand is a reminder of the constant threat, while delicate desert daisies make a subtle reference to Doc Holliday's famous words: "You're a daisy if you do." ("You're a flower if you try." - an ironic challenge thrown to an opponent). All of these symbols together pay tribute to the guardians of law and justice who maintained integrity and honor in times of uncertainty and chaos on the frontier. A timeless principle is engraved on the bottom of the bill: Speed is good, but precision is everything. The words are a tribute to the accuracy, honesty and prudence that formed the foundation of true justice in Arizona's Wild West.