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Did Egyptians use salt as currency?
Did Egyptians use salt as currency?
CryptoQueen
Tue Nov 05 2024
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I'm curious about the historical use of salt, specifically in Egypt. I've heard that in some ancient civilizations, salt was used as a form of currency due to its scarcity and preservative properties. I wonder if the Egyptians also adopted this practice.
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Michele
Thu Nov 07 2024
Ancient Mesopotamians recognized the worth of salt.
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Claudio
Thu Nov 07 2024
Salt played a crucial role in ancient civilizations.
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DigitalDynasty
Thu Nov 07 2024
They used it as a form of currency to exchange for various goods and services.
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CherryBlossomDancing
Thu Nov 07 2024
Its significance extended beyond mere preservation.
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ZenMindfulness
Thu Nov 07 2024
It became a highly valued item in trade.
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