Welcome, friends of alternatives  

Shire Silver can be thought of as an alternative way to use silver and gold in barter or trade. It is a more convenient way to hold and carry precious metals than in the bulky coin or bar formats, and can be more easily produced in various denominations/amounts.

Another way to look at the Shire Silver cards is in comparison to store loyalty cards. The two main differences are that Shire Silver cards have the actual value embedded in them, and they can be used with multiple merchants. Its sort of the ultimate local currency.

Please look around the site and acquaint yourself with the idea. Visit our merchants and ask them about it. You might even want to become a merchant yourself.

Peace!