Top Seigniorage by market capitalization
Seigniorage contain 6 coins with a total market capitalization of $274.56M and an average price change of +2.12%. The coins are listed by market capitalization.
On the blockchain, stablecoins are created using complex mathematical formulas to guarantee price stability. Seigniorage is the profit made by a government or economy by producing currency for less than its exchange value. Essentially, seigniorage is the difference between the cost of producing money, such as a $10 bill or quarter coin, and its face value. When the seigniorage is positive, the government can expect to make a profit. However, if the seigniorage is negative, it will result in a loss for the government.
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| Name | Price | 24h (%) | 7D (%) | Market cap | 24h volume | Supply | Last 24h | Action | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0.9912 | -0.07% | -0.00% | $217.39M | $254,925.55 | 219.32M | ||||
 TerraClassicUSDUSTC | $0.005349 | +3.73% | -2.25% | $29.81M | $751,470.98 | 5.57B | Trade | ||
 Frax (prev. FXS)FRAX | $0.2918 | +1.24% | -6.75% | $27.32M | $624,260.01 | 93.62M | Trade | ||
| $0.0003390 | +5.33% | +0.21% | $151,184.1 | $2.01 | 446.01M | ||||
 Basis CashBAC | $0.001126 | -1.65% | -16.31% | $61,469.81 | $0 | 54.58M | |||
| $0.005202 | +1.32% | -3.51% | $0 | $188,004.01 | 0.00 |
FAQ
Which type of stablecoin uses seigniorage?
Basis Cash is a project that focuses on seigniorage-style algorithmic stablecoins. It involves three cryptocurrencies and aims to keep the price of BAC stable by controlling the supply.
What is an example of an algorithmic stablecoin?
A similar project is Ampleforth (AMPL), which utilizes an algorithm to modify the token supply in accordance with fluctuations in demand.
Which type of stablecoin uses seigniorage shares system to retain a stable price?
Non-collateralized stablecoins are those that rely on the Seigniorage Shares system's principle.