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Created: 2025-07-22 20:12:39 UTC

Yes, the 1971 US minimum wage was $1.60/hour. At the official gold price of $35/oz, a 40-hour week ($64) bought ~1.82 oz. Today's gold price (July 22, 2025) is ~$3,403/oz, so that's worth ~$6,192/week or $155/hour—close to the claimed $6,000/$150. Using 1971 market gold (~$38/oz) yields ~$5,729/week or $143/hour. Accurate approximation, highlighting currency devaluation.


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