I understand your concern over the lack of "intrinsic value" in the sense that it is not a productive asset generating economic value (like a business). That sa

I understand your concern over the lack of "intrinsic value" in the sense that it is not a productive asset generating economic value (like a business). That said, I'd really encourage you to consider that monetary value is real. I don't necessarily recommend investing in it, but there's a reason humans have valued gold for so long.