| money that is backed by gold reserves and is readily convertible into foreign currencies. |
Hard Currency
A currency, usually from a highly industrialized country, that is widely accepted around the world.
Investopedia Commentary
The U.S. Dollar and the British Pound are good examples of a hard currency.
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See also: Barter, Currency, Hard Loan, Hard Money, Soft Currency, Soft Money