5 Idaho Goldback Gold Note

The 5 Idaho Goldback Gold Note is part of the innovative Goldback Series - a unique, physical option for everyday transactions while also appealing to collectors. Crafted with .9999 pure 24-karat gold using advanced production techniques, each note blends beauty, history, and practicality. This product contains 1/200th Troy oz of .9999 pure gold

The obverse showcases the virtue Clementia, meaning mercy, gentleness, or stewardship. The artwork shows a moment of quiet renewal set in the Wallace Mountains after the Great Fire of 1910. Clementia kneels on scorched ground, replanting young saplings where the forest once stood. A small fawn stands beside her, and an empty patera rests near her hand as a symbol of mercy. This design reflects how Idaho responded to the Great Fire—replanting, rebuilding, and learning to steward the land more wisely. Clementia embodies that renewal, honoring Idaho’s resilience and legacy. Inscribed along the bottom is the enduring principle from Isaiah 61:3: “Beauty for ashes.”

Goldbacks are a modern 24K gold currency. Goldbacks are created with patented technology that atomizes 24-karat gold down to 1/1000th of an ounce. The gold is then layered between two polymer sheets. A standout security feature introduced in 2025, this ink reveals hidden patterns or markings when exposed to UV light—making it simple to authenticate each note quickly. The reverse features a tactile, embossed—or raised—negative image that improves authenticity and makes the design harder to duplicate. Ultra-fine printing and complex imagery on the reverse deter counterfeiting and reflect craftsmanship that parallels security-grade currencies. Each Goldback includes a unique serial number and the precise fractional gold content (in thousandths of a troy ounce), aiding traceability and verification. Goldbacks are crafted via a proprietary vacuum-deposition process. This gives a genuine gold glint that’s virtually impossible to replicate synthetically, adding another layer of inherent security.