Credit Box[]
Unlike mere account access devices (Cash Strips, Cred Strips, Credit Chips and the like) which are tied to a particular bank account Credit Boxes transport actual monetary value and allow the direct and if desired anonymous transfer of funds. Credit Boxes are the equivalent of cash. The ability to dispense and transfer cash without a bank or other entity having any influence or ability to control was deemed essential for the freedom of a Citizen and Credit Boxes are mandated by law and must be made available on request to an account holder.
Merchants must accept Credit Boxes (which everyone readily and gladly does) The currency of common Credit Boxes is that of New Helvetia and can be drawn in valuables such as Polo Chips at any time in person.