> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.nstables.fi/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.nstables.fi/general-overview/issuing-mechanisms.md).

# Issuing Mechanisms

nStables can be issued by purchasing and are backed by different types of collateral. nStables issuance method is battle-tested and present a track record in the crypto ecosystem.&#x20;

nStables have a hybrid collateralization system: they can be issued with the backing of other cryptocurrencies, fiat money and other assets.

## Types of Issuance & Collateral

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<summary>Purchase</summary>

Num offers the possibility to purchase nStables with different assets such as:

* Fiat
* Cryptocurrencies

These assets constitute nStables Reserve and can be exchanged for a variety of financial instruments allowed in the [Investment Prospectus](broken://pages/tV7BSfwXr7k0qlO4PHEw).

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