Precious Metals Tokenization

Definition ∞ Precious metals tokenization is the process of representing physical precious metals, such as gold or silver, as digital tokens on a blockchain. Each token typically represents a fractional ownership claim to a specific quantity of the underlying metal, held in secure vaults. This process enhances liquidity, divisibility, and transferability of these traditional assets. It allows for easier trading and fractional investment in commodities.
Context ∞ The market for precious metals tokenization is experiencing growth as investors seek diversified digital asset exposure and greater accessibility to commodities. A key discussion involves the auditability and transparency of the physical reserves backing these tokens, ensuring genuine asset representation. Future developments may include the integration of these tokens into broader decentralized finance ecosystems and clearer regulatory guidance on their classification.