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A remarkable new way to shop!

We're going back to basics with this modern day twist on an ancient way for peer-to-peer commerce.

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A remarkable new way to shop!

A remarkable new way to shop!

A remarkable new way to shop!

A remarkable new way to shop!

A remarkable new way to shop!

We're going back to basics with this modern day twist on an ancient way for peer-to-peer commerce.

We're going back to basics with this modern day twist on an ancient way for peer-to-peer commerce.

We're going back to basics with this modern day twist on an ancient way for peer-to-peer commerce.

We're going back to basics with this modern day twist on an ancient way for peer-to-peer commerce.

Gary Franchi
Gary Franchi
Gary Franchi
Gary Franchi
1 Campaign |
Chicago, United States
$4,637 USD 32 backers
46% of $10,000 Flexible Goal Flexible Goal

Hi and thanks for stopping by my indiegogo campaign! My name is Gary and I decided to launch this campaign to put value back into our local communities and help individuals and small business re-establish face to face relationships in this rapidly growing global economy.


Going “organic” doesn't have to be limited to the food we eat but it can also apply to the way we decide to exchange value with each other through mutual agreements. When you contribute to this campaign you'll be taking a step forward towards greater independence and choices in the free markets.


The more we raise means more of these unique gold embedded cards in the hands of people all over the world. Including your hands too!


If we meet our goal then we produce more cards. They are not cheap to create but the more we buy the cheaper the price per unit - which means more value in your hands and the hands of the local shops where you choose to shop.


The Perks are pretty simple and give you the choice of which iconic historical figure you want to exchange or save with. Each card contains exactly One Gram of 999.9% pure London Bullion Market Association certified gold.


Proceeds from the funds will go to expanding our line of cards, creating barter guides, and most importantly getting the word out about this back-to-basics approach of using money again.


JP Morgan once said in 1912 that “Gold is Money. Everything else is credit.” And what is one of the biggest problems facing the world today? Debt, debt, and more debt. Whether it is personal credit card debt or the national debt we need to get a hold of it before it gets even more out of control. These little cards are the answer because when you use them you are transferring real value not a debt instrument like paper money or a credit card.


Sure this is not a simple fix to the global monetary debt crisis but if we all do our part and take it on in small amounts we will be playing a significant role in solving the problem. Every card on the street being used in commerce at Farmer’s Markets, local coffee shops, or grocery stores reduces the debt burden on society that much more…. and that is something to get excited about!


For years I have been a vocal advocate for empowering individuals with the tools needed to return value to their communities. In the past I have put tens of thousands of dollars worth of copper, silver, and gold barter medallions in the hands of people all over the United States. This latest effort updates the barter tools by placing them into a common shape that conveniently fits in everyone’s wallet or purse.


If you select a Perk that includes one or more Barter Cards please be sure to also include a shipping Perk and allow us about 90 days to get your perk to you.


Every dollar raised will go to support this effort. If you can’t support this effort with a donation then please consider simply sharing the idea to your social networks so we can spread this idea far and wide!

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Thank you!

$1 USD
Thank you so much for supporting this project. Every dollar adds up and gets us one step closer to our goal!
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May 2015
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Super Thanks!!!

$5 USD
What is better than One Dollar? Five of them! Extra special "Thank You" for making your voice be heard and putting us Five Dollars closer to our goal.
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May 2015
1 claimed

Shipped to you!

$15 USD
Please ONLY select this perk if you are choosing a perk that requires a shipping payment for one or more Prototypes sent to you!
Estimated Shipping
May 2015
2 out of 450 of claimed

Ron Paul was right!

$100 USD
This Perk includes 1 first edition gold embedded certified sound money prototype. Each prototype contains 1 gram of 999.9 pure London Bullion Market Association Gold embedded within a credit card sized plastic holder. Each gram is serialized and hologrammed for assayer authenticity and purity. Featuring the image of the leading present day advocate for sound money solutions - Congressman Ron Paul. IMPORTANT NOTE: Remember to add the shipping perk so we can mail it to you!
Estimated Shipping
May 2015
3 out of 100 of claimed

All About the Benjamins!

$115 USD
This Perk includes 1 first edition gold embedded certified sound money prototype. Each prototype contains 1 gram of 999.9 pure London Bullion Market Association Gold embedded within a credit card sized plastic holder. Each gram is serialized and hologrammed for assayer authenticity and purity. Featuring the iconic image of Benjamin Franklin. IMPORTANT NOTE: $15 of this perk goes to shipping an fulfilment.
Estimated Shipping
May 2015
1 out of 100 of claimed

Old Hickory gets an Upgrade!

$115 USD
This Perk includes 1 first edition gold embedded certified sound money prototype. Each prototype contains 1 gram of 999.9 pure London Bullion Market Association Gold embedded within a credit card sized plastic holder. Each gram is serialized and hologrammed for assayer authenticity and purity. Featuring the iconic quote and image of president Andrew Jackson - known as "Old Hickory." IMPORTANT NOTE: $15 of this perk goes to shipping an fulfilment.
Estimated Shipping
May 2015
2 out of 100 of claimed

Double the Benjamins!

$210 USD
This Perk includes 2 first edition gold embedded certified sound money prototypes. Each prototype contains 1 gram of 999.9 pure London Bullion Market Association Gold embedded within a credit card sized plastic holder. Each gram is serialized and hologrammed for assayer authenticity and purity. Featuring the iconic image of Benjamin Franklin. IMPORTANT NOTE: $15 of this perk goes to shipping and fulfilment.
Estimated Shipping
May 2015
1 out of 50 of claimed

Double the Jacksons!

$210 USD
This Perk includes 2 first edition gold embedded certified sound money prototypes. Each prototype contains 1 gram of 999.9 pure London Bullion Market Association Gold embedded within a credit card sized plastic holder. Each gram is serialized and hologrammed for assayer authenticity and purity. Featuring the iconic quote and image of president Andrew Jackson - known as "Old Hickory." IMPORTANT NOTE: $15 of this perk goes to shipping and fulfilment.
Estimated Shipping
May 2015
0 out of 50 of claimed

Double the Pauls!

$210 USD
This Perk includes 2 first edition gold embedded certified sound money prototypes. Each prototype contains 1 gram of 999.9 pure London Bullion Market Association Gold embedded within a credit card sized plastic holder. Each gram is serialized and hologrammed for assayer authenticity and purity. Featuring the image of the leading present day advocate for sound money solutions - Congressman Ron Paul. IMPORTANT NOTE: $15 of this perk goes to shipping and fulfilment.
Estimated Shipping
May 2015
6 out of 50 of claimed

The Triple Play

$310 USD
This Perk includes all three first edition gold embedded certified sound money prototypes. Each prototype contains 1 gram of 999.9 pure London Bullion Market Association Gold embedded within a credit card sized plastic holder. Each gram is serialized and hologrammed for assayer authenticity and purity.President Andrew Jackson, Statesman Benjamin Franklin, and Congressman Ron Paul. IMPORTANT NOTE: $15 of this perk goes to shipping and fulfilment.
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May 2015
7 out of 25 of claimed

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