> since money has no actual value Ah, the intrinsic value debate (which your entire argument hinges on) never gets old. Setting that debate aside, money has m

> since money has no actual value Ah, the intrinsic value debate (which your entire argument hinges on) never gets old. Setting that debate aside, money has market value -- it's not backed by gold, but it's backed by the power of the government, by the trust of the citizens, and by very strong social expectations. A storekeeper is more likely to accept your money than your gold.