Detail of the decoration of a red-figured Greek wine-mixing bowl (column-krater) showing two youths holding bows and a young woman with a dog (Artemis ). Watercolour by A. Dahlsteen, 176- .

Weirdest Things People Have Used as Currency Throughout History

Last Updated on December 6, 2024 / Money Talk

Money is essential to trade, but what happens when coins and bills aren’t an option? Throughout history, people have used some truly weird and wonderful things as currency. From squirrel pelts to giant stones, societies have found creative ways to assign value to objects based on their utility, availability, or cultural significance. Let’s take a […]

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