Own metals. Hold the keys.

It depends on the token. The assets listed above are either issuer-backed tokenized gold tokens, usually 1:1 physical-gold exposure, or ETF-based tokenized exposure. See the comparison table above for the exact token type, issuer, and fee notes. Each issuer defines the legal claim, vault setup, audit process, fees, supported chains, and redemption rules differently.

It varies by asset. Some tokens represent one troy ounce of gold, or one gram, and ETF-based tokens represent exposure to a gold fund rather than direct ownership of a specific gold token. Check the comparison table above for the exact unit and issuer.

Usually no. Physical redemption is generally built for large, verified users and whole-bar minimums. Smaller holders usually exit by selling or swapping the token instead of redeeming metal. See issuer for exact redemption terms.

Tangem does not charge vault or annual storage fees for holding tokens in a wallet. The issuer may still have its own creation, redemption, transfer, custody, or operational fees, and on-chain transactions can still require network fees.

Not automatically. A physical-gold token can offer self-custody and on-chain transferability, while an ETF can offer regulated market infrastructure and traditional brokerage access. The tradeoff is issuer risk, legal rights, liquidity, jurisdiction, smart-contract controls, redemption rules, and fees.

Yes. Tokenized metals track exposure to metal prices, not a guaranteed return. If gold or another metal falls in fiat terms, the token value can fall too. Liquidity, spreads, and issuer-specific risk can also affect the price a user actually receives.