Where to Buy Goldbacks Locally

Goldbacks are beautifully designed physical notes that contain fractional amounts of 24k gold. They’re voluntarily accepted by businesses and individuals, making them a practical way to hold and spend real gold in your local community. Below are the key advantages—and how to get started.

Real Value You Can Hold

• Embedded gold: Each note contains physical, 24k gold—no promises or IOUs.
• Expanded denominations: Available in ½, 1, 2, 5, 10, 25, 50, and 100 Goldbacks, making it easier than ever to use real gold for everyday transactions and large purchases.
• Durable & portable: Flexible, wear-resistant notes designed for everyday handling.

Benefits for Local Buyers & Sellers

• Support local businesses: Keep value circulating with neighborhood merchants near you who voluntarily accept Goldbacks.
• Save money & time: Buying Goldbacks locally avoids shipping costs and eliminates wait times—walk out with your notes immediately.
• Price resilience: Gold is historically a strong store of value compared to inflationary currencies.
• Fair, transparent trade: Buyers and sellers can reference the Goldback posted price or use a Goldback App.
• Fast, face-to-face settlement: No chargebacks or card fees—just instant, final payment.
• Great for gifting & tips: Memorable, meaningful, and widely admired for their artwork.

Advantages for Merchants

• New customers: Join local “Goldback-friendly” directories and attract prepared, loyal buyers.
• Lower payment friction: Reduce card processing costs on small sales.
• Marketing edge: Displaying “Goldbacks accepted” makes your shop stand out.
• Optional acceptance: Participation is voluntary—you choose when and how to accept them.

Community-Level Advantages

• Local resilience: Peer-to-peer value exchange continues even during outages or processor downtime.
• Financial literacy: Families learn about sound money, weight, and value in a hands-on way.
• Circulating art & culture: Each state design celebrates virtues and history—money that tells a story.

How to Start Using Goldbacks Locally

1. Acquire notes: Buy from our list of reputable dealers. If available in your area, purchasing locally saves shipping and lets you use them right away.
2. Agree on pricing: Use the daily posted price as published by Goldback or with the App.
3. Post acceptance: Merchants can add a simple window sign: “Goldbacks Accepted Here.”
4. List your business: Get featured on state pages and local directories to be discovered.
5. Educate staff & customers: Keep a quick reference card with today’s value and change-making tips.

Answering Common Questions

Are Goldbacks legal tender?
No. Goldbacks are a voluntarily accepted medium of exchange containing physical gold. Acceptance is by mutual agreement.

How do I make change?
With new denominations like the ½, 2 and 100 Goldbacks, plus the traditional 1s, 5s, 10s, 25s and 50s, it’s easier than ever to give exact change. You can also combine Goldbacks with dollars if needed.

What about taxes and bookkeeping?
Treat Goldback transactions like any other sale: record the fair market value at time of exchange and follow local tax rules. Consult your tax professional.

Will customers understand them?
Most people are impressed once they learn each note contains real gold. A small countertop explainer helps—“This note contains 24k gold; here’s today’s value.”

Best Practices for Merchants

• Post a clear exchange rate sign based on spot gold to avoid confusion.
• Keep a starter tray of mixed denominations (including ½, 1s and 2s) for easy change.
• Add a line to receipts: “Payment included Goldbacks (gold-backed voluntary currency).”
• Train staff with a one-page guide and FAQs.

Why Goldbacks Work in a Local Economy

Goldbacks blend the trust of physical gold with the flexibility of small denominations. With the introduction of ½, 2, and 100 Goldbacks, local transactions are even easier. Buying directly from local shops means no shipping costs, no waiting, and immediate access to spendable gold. As more participants accept them, your community gains a reliable, voluntary way to trade value—no apps or accounts needed.

Ready to participate? Find local, Goldback-friendly shops as listed here or order your first notes at GoldIsBack.com. If you’re a merchant, contact us to be listed on our state pages under “Where to Buy & Spend Goldbacks.”