yes, i agree, but that is still a distinction, is it not? i'm not making a value argument, i'm merely pointing out that possession of the currency itself is not

yes, i agree, but that is still a distinction, is it not? i'm not making a value argument, i'm merely pointing out that possession of the currency itself is not the same as the keys required to exercise control over the currency. arguably, if we are making value statements, there are a set of similar trade-offs for physical protection of keys vs. primary material. 700kg is harder to move: that's a security feature. keys are small: that's a security feature, because they are a small O(1) surface area to protect regardless of how much value they maintain control over at any given moment. these are simply tradeoffs. it is only "easier" to steal keys if they are left unprotected. here's the enormous truck you would need to carry $40m in gold, apparently: https://www.tkingauto.com/mini-truck/rear-single-tire-truck/700kg-light-truck.html https://www.tkingauto.com/mini-truck/rear-single-tire-truck/...