For 2,400 years as people have lost faith in fiat currencies, they have turned to 'real money,' gold and silver. Throughout the ages, many things have been used as currency: livestock, grains, spices, shells, beads, and now paper (aka fiat currency). But only two things have been money: gold and silver. When paper currency becomes too abundant, and thus loses value, man always turns back to the precious metals. During these events there is always an enormous wealth transfer, and it is within your power to transfer that wealth either away from you or toward you.