Coin and Paper Money Collecting/phoenix bucks

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Hello just a quick question i was watching cnn today and saw that the city of phoenix az has brought out something called a phoenix buck, a token like coin worth a dollar do you have any information on these or know how i could find out more.

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Hi Dennis,
There are a few small cities and towns producing their own script for commercial purposes.  The idea is  that it would keep the money flowing in a smaller geographical area, thus strengthening local commerce.
I suggest you contact the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce.  They can probably answer any questions you may have.

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Joe Hylas
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Numismatic professional with over 30 years experience can answer your questions about US coins, their values, how best to sell them and where to buy them. Interested in starting a collection? Find out which areas are undervalued and how to acquire those coins at the best price.

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Ex-Head Precious Metals trader for Deak-Perera International with 42 offices worldwide. Industry experience since 1978. Has worked co-operatively with US Mint, Royal Canadian Mint, Austrian Mint, Chamber of Mines of South Africa, World Gold Council and Platinum Guild International. Professioanl numismatist specializing in US Coins. Always buying collections, will travel if size of collection warrants. Website: www.AllCoins.US

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PCGS, NGC, Rotary

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Physician's Money Digest

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Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

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Paul Harris Fellow

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