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Paxos Gold
PAXG on Ethereum: tokenized gold, issuer custody, redemption, and how it differs from metal in hand.
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Tether Gold
Tether Gold (XAUT): how on-chain gold claims work, custody, redemption, and counterparty tradeoffs.
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Tether Gold Tokens
Multichain gold tokens: bridges, duplicate deployments, and extra risks beyond a single-chain token.
View topicGold-backed crypto overview
Gold-backed tokens are blockchain tokens that represent a claim on gold, usually a set weight, through a named issuer’s custody, legal terms, and redemption process; fees, chains, and settlement details differ by product. They are not the same as physical bullion in your own possession, so the category is as much about issuer risk and documentation as it is about the metal. They're often found on decentralzied networks like Ethereum and accepted as payment for goods and services.
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- Cryptocurrencies overview - native chains and network-native assets.
- Stablecoins overview - dollar-pegged token designs.
- Precious metals overview - physical-market concepts and bullion.
This page is educational and not a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any asset.
FAQ
- Is tokenized gold the same as a bar in my safe?
- No. Tokens are claims on an issuer and custody structure. Risks and flows differ from direct possession; read each product’s disclosures.
- Does holding PAXG mean I own the same thing as XAUT?
- No. Issuers, chains, redemption rules, and fees differ. Compare the dedicated pages and primary documentation.
- Is this financial advice?
- No. This content is general education only.
