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Salt was used as money. 💸Really.🧂
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Salt was used as money in many parts of the world throughout history. — This always fascinated me.
It was especially common in ancient times when it was a scarce and valuable commodity. Salt was used as currency in China, Egypt, Greece, Rome, and many other cultures. It was also used as a form of payment for soldiers and workers.
There are a few reasons why salt was used as money. way back when salt was new.
First, it was a relatively scarce commodity. This made it difficult to counterfeit, and it also gave it value. It was used to flavor food and more.
Salt was also used for preserving food.
This made it useful for people who were traveling or living in areas where food was scarce. Third, salt was easy to transport and store. This made it a convenient form of currency.
💰 Finally, regular money stepped into the picture.
The use of salt as money declined in the Middle Ages as other forms of currency, such as coins, became more common.
