3 Fun Facts on Gold, Sound Money in NC History Joshua D Glawson
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3 Fun Facts on Gold, Sound Money in NC History

North Carolina is known for many wonderful things — being “First in Flight,” Carolina BBQ, Biltmore Estate (the largest private residence in the US), being the home of NASCAR, and much more.

But did you know North Carolina has a strong history of gold and sound money?

Here are three fun facts about North Carolina and our history of gold and sound money so you can know a bit more on the subject.

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