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[Star Trek] What exactly is latinum, and why does it need to be pressed in gold?
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Latinum is a non-replicatable liquid that is used as a currency among many Alpha Quadrant powers, notably the Ferengi Alliance. It is often infused in blocks of gold for handling and transportation. Gold, being worthless, is used probably for its historical associations with wealth and currency.