2024 South Dakota 1 Goldback PMG 70 $130

Updated August 20, 2026

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Lot number685
Estimate87.50 - 262.50 USD
AuctionAUG 27 26 GOLD SILVER BULLION SLABBED KNIVES CARDS
DateAugust 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM CDT
Auction houseIowa Surplus & Estate Auctions
LocationCoralville, Iowa

2024 South Dakota 1 Goldback PMG 70 $130 This pristine 2024 South Dakota 1 Goldback represents a pinnacle of numismatic preservation, having earned the prestigious PMG 70 Seventy Gem Uncirculated grade, the highest possible rating for paper or polymer currency. Priced at $130, this note contains 1/1000th of an ounce of .999 fine gold and features the personification of Pax (Peace), depicted in a stunning tribute to the Lakota people through intricate artwork of a traditional hoop dancer and local flora like the pasqueflower. What makes this specific item exceptional is the PMG Star designation, awarded only to notes with exceptional eye appeal that exceed the standards for their grade. As part of the inaugural series for South Dakota, this high-grade specimen is a vital acquisition for collectors seeking perfection in the world's first physical, interchangeable gold currency. Condition: This item is in flawless, museum-quality condition, graded as PMG 70 Seventy Gem Uncirculated, the highest possible grade on the Sheldon scale. It is sealed in a protective PMG holder, ensuring its preservation. Mint: The Goldback is produced by Valaurum, a private mint specializing in vacuum-deposition technology. Metal Content: Each note contains 1/1000th of a troy ounce of 24-karat (.999 fine) gold. Historical Context: Launched in 2024, the South Dakota series is one of several state-specific Goldback releases designed to function as a local voluntary currency and a collectible bullion product. Collector Value: At $130, the price carries a significant premium over the raw gold value, reflecting its perfect 70-grade rarity and the costs associated with professional certification. Strike Type: This is a high-resolution Aurum gold foil note, featuring intricate artistic detail and a shimmering metallic finish. Grading: The note is professionally graded and authenticated by Paper Money Guaranty (PMG) with a perfect 70 score and a Star (*) designation, indicating exceptional eye appeal. South Dakota Goldback, Goldback, PMG, 70, Gem Uncirculated, 24k Gold, Aurum, 1/1000 oz, Bullion, Currency, Paper Money Guaranty, Pax, 2024, Gold Foil, Collectible South Dakota Goldback, 2024 Goldback, 1 Goldback, PMG 70, Gem Uncirculated, 24K Gold Foil, Aurum Gold, Numismatic Gold, 1/1000 oz Gold, Collectible Currency Bidder is fully responsible for: - Determining what an item is worth to you - Evaluating the condition and authenticity of items - Making informed bidding decisions -BIDDER/BUYER To Determine items Condition, Completeness, Authenticity, and Grade. - Fulfillment of contract of bid, understands there is no refunds, or chargebacks items are "As Is" The auction house does explicitly not: - Provide appraisals - Grade items - Authenticate items - Test items - Third-Party Grading is that of the 3rd party and not done by us -Gold, Silver, Platinum, Copper, Gold-Gilded, Gold layered or Silver Plated, Electric Plating, -The Metal Content or purity is not gu

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