Why were the earliest metals not used of tools?

The earliest metals, primarily gold, silver, and copper, were not used for tools due to their softness and malleability, making them unsuitable for practical applications that required durability and strength. Instead, these metals were primarily utilized for decorative purposes and ornaments. It wasn't until the development of alloying techniques and the discovery of bronze (copper and tin) that metal began to be effectively used for tools and weapons, offering greater hardness and utility.