How to Earn a FREE Idaho Limited Early Release Goldback!

Idaho Limited Early Release (LER) Goldbacks are now available! You can earn a graded Idaho 3 Goldback for free through our LER program, or purchase one from a Goldback distributor. With only 3,000 ever minted, this is your chance to own a unique, rare piece of Goldback history!

What is the LER Program?

The Limited Early Release program rewards those who sign up a new business to accept Goldbacks as payment. It’s a way for people in the community to get involved and help grow the Goldback movement.

There are different rewards available depending on the location of the business. For each Idaho business you refer to the program, both you and the business owner will receive a graded Idaho 3 Goldback completely free.

How It Works

1. Find a Business: Identify a business in Idaho that would be a great fit for accepting Goldbacks as payment. This can be a business you frequent, or even one you own.
2. Complete the Application: Have the business to fill out our application. If you referred them, make sure they list you as a referral. If you are signing up your own business, you can leave that section blank.
3. Get Approved: After the application is submitted, we will review the business to ensure it meets our criteria.
4. Receive Your Idaho LER: Once approved, both the referring individual and the business owner will receive a graded Idaho 3 Goldback.

About the Idaho LER

How to Purchase

While the goal of the LER is to sign up new businesses, we understand this isn’t possible for everyone, so we’ve released a limited quantity for sale. Find a seller below and grab yours before they’re gone!

The Meaning Behind the Artwork

The Limited Early Release (LER) Idaho 3 Goldback captures the virtue Laetitia, or Joy, skiing in Idaho’s Smoky Mountains. This region is known for its pristine winter landscapes and deep connection to outdoor recreation. The skier carves confidently down the snowy slope, embodying the pure freedom and exhilaration of living in the moment. Her sweater is embroidered with Idaho’s nickname, “The Gem State,” celebrating the state’s wealth of minerals and rugged mountain terrain. In the background, a chairlift ascends the mountainside, paying tribute to one of Idaho’s most influential innovations: the world’s first ski chairlift.

James Curran, an engineer for the Union Pacific Railroad, invented the chairlift in 1936. He was inspired by a banana-loading system used on cargo ships. His design allowed skiers to move uphill efficiently and comfortably, making the sport more accessible to the public. It was installed at America’s first destination ski resort and soon became a model for ski resorts worldwide. The chairlift shown in the artwork stands as a symbol of Idaho’s ingenuity and lasting impact on winter recreation.

The rest of the scene is enriched with details of Idaho’s wilderness and inventive spirit. In the foreground, a red fox moves swiftly across the snow as a symbol of adaptability and intelligence. In the distance, a bull elk stands among the trees, mirroring Idaho’s natural strength. A rustic cabin is tucked into the background to reflect Idaho’s long-standing winter recreation culture. Hidden within the composition is a television etched on a sign. This Easter egg honors Idaho native Philo T. Farnsworth, whose early vision of electronic television helped shape the modern world. 

Written across the image is the enduring principle, “Being present brings joy.”

The Idaho Goldback Series

The full Idaho series launches on March 24th, with preorders opening March 10th! We can’t wait to see Idaho Goldbacks start circulating and to watch the merchant network grow along with them. Thanks for helping us support independent businesses and grow the Goldback economy!