More information is available from The Realms Home Page . Zorkmid The Zorkmid is a stable currency based on a metal standard. A coins value is distinguished by the type of metal, and not its size which is basically the same for all denominations. The copper zorkmid is the smallest, followed by Silver and then Gold. Other denominations are also available but are not often used.
Gold coins are extremely rare within the realms, and as such of great value.
So rare in fact, that few people actually know what wizard of old adorns the highly prised coin. Some say that its rarity is more due to a dragon hording all the gold, and not due to the lack of wealth. Of course this talk is mostly by the poorer peasant farmers, and should not be taken seriously.