Gold is one of the oldest asset classes. It has a recorded history of over 5000 years as an asset. The shiny metal has attracted generations given it’s unique properties.
Gold doesn’t corrode. It can be easily melted to form various shapes. Moreover, gold has a unique and beautiful color, unlike other metals. It is sufficiently rare to hold value.
Since gold is universally accepted and has a long track record; it is considered one of the the most liquid asset. Gold can be converted to cash easily anywhere in the world.
Physical gold is one of the few assets you can pick up and leave at a moment’s notice. History is rife with individuals leaving with only gold; abandoning all other assets when their life was threatened.