90 Tons of Gold: Heist, Reserves, and Mystery

1. Is the 90-ton gold heist from the Money Heist series based on a true story?

No, the 90-ton gold heist depicted in the Money Heist series is a fictional storyline created for entertainment. While the show features dramatic heists and strategic planning by characters like the Professor and Inspector Sierra, it is not inspired by real events.

2. How does 90 tons of gold compare to real-world gold reserves by country?

According to global data, 90 tons of gold would rank among the top 30 national gold reserves. For context, countries like the USA (~8,100 tons) and Germany (~3,300 tons) hold significantly more, while smaller economies may have reserves closer to this amount (e.g., Uzbekistan holds ~90 tons as of recent reports).

3. Could someone actually hide 90 tons of gold under a house?

Practically, no. 90 tons of gold would occupy roughly 4.5 cubic meters (gold is extremely dense: ~19.3 g/cm³). While possible to store in a large vault, a typical residential property’s foundation couldn’t support the weight (~90,000 kg) without structural reinforcement, making it an unrealistic hiding spot.