Cryptocurrency Q&A Is salt still a currency?

Is salt still a currency?

Sara Sara Thu Nov 07 2024 | 7 answers 1528
I heard that in ancient times, salt was used as a form of currency for trading. I'm wondering if this is still the case today, or has salt been replaced by other forms of currency? Is salt still a currency?

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Martina Martina Sat Nov 09 2024
Salt has retained its role as a medium of exchange in certain regions of Ethiopia.

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SoulWhisper SoulWhisper Fri Nov 08 2024
It served as a valuable commodity due to its rarity and essential use in food preservation.

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SsamziegangSerenadeMelody SsamziegangSerenadeMelody Fri Nov 08 2024
This traditional use is particularly prevalent among nomadic tribes residing in the Danakil Plains.

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BitcoinBaroness BitcoinBaroness Fri Nov 08 2024
These tribes continue to rely on salt as a form of currency in their daily transactions.

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CharmedSun CharmedSun Fri Nov 08 2024
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