20 – 5 Arizona Goldbacks

The Arizona 5 Goldback Bill contains 1/200 troy ounce of 24-karat pure gold, vacuum-deposited between layers of durable polymer. The Arizona Goldback series celebrates the Grand Canyon State's independent spirit, desert beauty, and pioneering legacy. Each denomination features unique artwork inspired by Arizona's rich Native American heritage, frontier history, and stunning natural landscapes — from the saguaro-studded Sonoran Desert to the majestic red rocks of Sedona.

What You're Getting

• Gold content: 1/200 troy ounce of .9999 fine pure gold in tangible note form
• Thickness: 0.1 mm (consistent across all Goldbacks)
• Condition: New, ships in protective currency sleeve after cleared payment
• Purity: 24-karat pure gold vacuum-deposited onto polymer
• Denomination: 5 Goldback (voluntary currency, not legal tender)
• Manufactured by Aurum using proprietary atomic-level gold deposition technology

The Premium Reality

As with all Goldbacks, the Arizona 5 Goldback carries a premium above spot gold price. Mid-range denominations balance transactional practicality with reasonable premiums over spot. They're the workhorses of the Goldback economy.

Design Breakdown

Arizona's designs draw from the state's deep connection to the American West, incorporating symbols of liberty, resilience, and natural grandeur that define the Arizona experience. The 5 Arizona Goldback features intricate artwork that tells a story unique to this denomination. Every Goldback note is a miniature work of art — the gold layer catches light and creates a visual effect unlike any other currency product. The design reflects the Five denomination's place in the Arizona series, with imagery scaled and composed to suit the note's value and purpose.

How to Use It

• Spend at participating merchants accepting Goldbacks
• Trade peer-to-peer for goods and services
• Gift as an introduction to fractional gold ownership
• Stack as part of a diversified precious metals portfolio
• Collect for artistic and numismatic value
• Hold as inflation-resistant store of value

Storage and Preservation

Store your Arizona 5 Goldback in its protective sleeve. Keep in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. The polymer is durable, but the gold layer can be damaged by sharp objects or repeated folding. For collections, use dedicated Goldback storage: wallet, album, or archival box.

Should You Buy It?

The Arizona 5 Goldback is for people who want tangible, spendable gold. This mid-range denomination balances transactional utility with gold content — practical for regular use in the Goldback economy. If you're purely focused on lowest cost per ounce, bullion bars or coins are more efficient. But if you want gold you can hold, trade, gift, and spend — in a form that's also a collectible work of art — Arizona Goldbacks deliver something no bar or coin can.