in specie

adverb3

1. •
   In the actual form, especially in the context of a distribution of assets or a loan repayment.
2. •
   In coin or monetary metal, in contrast to fiat currency or other paper.

   • "The estate of £500 a-year I have given to you, Mr Jones: and as I know the inconvenience which attends the want of ready money, I have added £1000 in specie." — 1749
3. •
   (no longer used) In respect to kind

   • Although the power of a king is lesser in degree than an emperor, it is the similar in specie.