According to Fox News, the recovery of a historic gold watch from a Lake Michigan shipwreck after 165 years has generated renewed interest in gold collectibles, which may influence trading volumes in both physical gold and gold-backed crypto tokens. The event highlights the enduring value of physical gold assets and has led to a noticeable uptick in search and trading activity for fractionalized gold NFTs and tokenized gold products as traders seek exposure to rare and valuable gold-backed assets (Source: Fox News, June 1, 2025).