Offering Comparison — GOLDN_OT vs Alternative Gold Instruments
GOLDN_OT is a forward offtake program offering physical gold at $1,405/oz. Unlike ETFs, futures, or tokenized gold, GOLDN_OT provides direct entitlement to physical LBMA-standard bullion backed by dedicated trust mining equipment.
| Feature | GOLDN_OT | Physical Bullion | Gold ETFs | Futures | Tokenized Gold |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price per oz | $1,405 (forward) | Spot price | Spot + fees | Futures price | Spot + premium |
| Physical delivery | Yes — LBMA bars | Yes | No (cash settled) | Rarely | Some |
| Collateral backing | Equipment trust | Self-custody | Fund holdings | Margin | Varies |
| Minimum investment | $50,000 | 1 oz+ | 1 share | 100 oz | Varies |
| Settlement | Physical or vault | Immediate | Cash | Cash/delivery | Varies |