The Subjectivity of Money's Value

The dollar value of the gold in Fort Knox is insignificant in today's economy, as money's value is merely an agreement amongst people. The concept of money having value has evolved from ingots and trinkets to something universally accepted, like a stick or gold, highlighting its subjective nature. The obsession over the presence of gold in Fort Knox reveals a sense of American pride and patriotism, although the true value of money lies in collective acknowledgment of its worth.