The world’s largest silver bar — weighing 1,971 kg — was unveiled by DMCC at the Dubai Precious Metals Conference and will be tokenised via Tradeflow in a global first.
DUBAI: In a world-first for precious metals and digital assets, Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) has unveiled the world’s largest silver bar — a monumental 1,971 kg bar officially recognised by Guinness World Records. The reveal was made on 24 November at the Dubai Precious Metals Conference (DPMC), aligning with the UAE’s founding year and celebrating the nation’s bold ambition and craftsmanship.
Measuring 1.3 metres in length, the bar not only shattered world records but is also set to make history again by becoming the first-ever Guinness-recognised precious metal to be tokenised under a regulated framework, using DMCC’s Tradeflow platform.
The landmark initiative is a collaboration between UAE-based refiner Sam Precious Metals, VARA-regulated tokenisation platform Tokinvest, and logistics giant Brink’s. Each plays a critical role in bringing this massive silver bar from vault to virtual, combining industry-grade precision with next-generation digital innovation.
Ahmed bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman and CEO of DMCC, said:
“The 13th edition of DPMC has been marked by innovation — none more symbolic than the unveiling of the 1,971 kg silver bar, honouring the UAE’s founding and vision. This is not just about setting a world record. It’s about pushing the boundaries of what’s possible when commodities meet technology.”
The move aligns with DMCC’s strategic expansion into tokenised real-world assets (RWA), following a new partnership with Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). The initiative is set to strengthen Dubai’s position as a global leader in precious metals trade and Web3 innovation.
Scott Thiel, CEO of Tokinvest, commented:
“Tokenising a Guinness-record-breaking silver bar is a milestone for the RWA space. It brings a highly exclusive asset into the hands of everyday investors.”
Sami Abu Ahmad, Chairman of Sam Precious Metals, added:
“This project celebrates the UAE’s spirit of innovation — and transforms national pride into a future-forward digital store of value.”
With over 1,500 companies in its precious metals ecosystem and more than 700 blockchain firms in its Crypto Centre, DMCC is well-positioned to drive adoption of secure, scalable tokenisation across global markets.
