Arizona 2 Goldback — The Denomination That Doubles the Entry Point, With Its Own Unique Artwork
The Arizona Goldback series is built on a principle of linear gold content scaling — each denomination contains exactly its numerical multiple of the base gold unit, making the series mathematically transparent in a way that few other precious metals products achieve. The 2 Goldback contains exactly 2/1000th of a troy ounce of .9999 fine 24-karat gold — precisely twice the gold content of the 1 Goldback — in a beautifully engraved polymer-and-gold-leaf note produced by Goldback Inc. and carried by Fresh Desert Gold Co. as an official Goldback® Authorized Distributor.
The 2 Goldback occupies a specific position in the denomination series: it is the note that bridges the single-unit entry point and the 5 Goldback where practical transactional utility begins. For collectors building a complete Arizona denomination set — spanning all denominations from 0.5 through 100 — the 2 Goldback is an essential piece of the complete series. For gifting purposes, a 2 Goldback provides a distinctive two-note presentation alongside a 1 Goldback at an accessible combined gold content.
Each 2 Goldback features original engraved artwork commissioned specifically for this denomination — depicting a virtue associated with Arizona’s history and character. The artwork on each denomination is unique: the designs are not variations of each other but entirely distinct original commissions. This artistic individuality across the complete series is part of what makes building a full Arizona Goldback set a genuinely compelling collector pursuit beyond the gold content alone. Read our complete Arizona Goldbacks guide for the full technical explanation of the vacuum deposition process and denomination structure.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
| Product | Arizona Goldback 2 Denomination |
| Gold Content | 2/1000th Troy Oz (.9999 Fine 24k Gold) |
| Gold Standard | .9999 Fine — 24-karat vacuum-deposited gold leaf |
| Format | Polymer note with vacuum-deposited gold layer |
| Producer | Goldback Inc. — Draper, Utah |
| Distributor Status | Fresh Desert Gold Co. — Official Authorized Distributor |
| Legal Status | Voluntary exchange medium — Arizona state law |
The Authorized Distributor Distinction at Every Denomination
Every denomination we carry — from the 0.5 Goldback through the 100 Goldback — is sourced directly through Goldback Inc.’s official supply chain as part of Fresh Desert Gold Co.’s authorized distributor relationship. This matters specifically because Goldbacks in secondary markets — eBay, private sales, non-authorized dealers — cannot be verified as part of Goldback Inc.’s official documented production chain. Buying through an authorized distributor guarantees genuine current production in the denominations you select.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How much gold is in a 2 Goldback?
A: Exactly 2/1000th of a troy ounce — 0.002 troy oz — of .9999 fine 24-karat gold, vacuum-deposited as a thin layer between polymer sheets. This is precisely twice the gold content of a 1 Goldback and exactly two-fifths the gold content of a 5 Goldback.
Q: Is the artwork on the 2 Goldback different from other denominations?
A: Yes — every Arizona Goldback denomination features original, commissioned artwork unique to that denomination. The 2 Goldback’s engraving is a distinct original design not repeated on any other denomination. This design uniqueness across the series is a key feature of the collector appeal of building a complete set.
Q: Why buy from an authorized distributor?
A: Goldback Inc. maintains a licensed distributor network specifically to ensure authenticity and supply chain documentation. Goldbacks purchased through authorized distributors like Fresh Desert Gold Co. are sourced directly from Goldback Inc. — not from secondary markets where verification is less certain. This is particularly important for buyers building collections or gifting Goldbacks as guaranteed-genuine products.
Q: Can I spend a 2 Goldback in Arizona?
A: Yes, at businesses that voluntarily accept Goldbacks. The 2 Goldback functions as a voluntary medium of exchange at participating Arizona businesses at the current gold spot value of its gold content. See Goldback Inc.’s directory for accepting merchants.
Q: How is the 2 Goldback shipped?
A: Ships in protective packaging inside tamper-evident outer packaging in a discreet, unbranded box. Fully insured from our secure US fulfillment facilities. Live tracking. Signature required on delivery.





