Of course, but for the older generation it wasnt about increasing value in times of crisis. 
It was all about holding value. 
Bitcoin is the digital gold of this age. 

That's true, but I think Bitcoin is already gobbling up their monetary value.

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As the Dollar Falters, Gold Becomes Insurance, Not Speculation

Gold is always a safe haven. 
Silver is another safe haven, but gold is more dense and easier to move. 
But in time of crisis, silver is easier to spend because of its divisibility. 