The History of Coins: How Money S...

The History of Coins: How Money Started

History Unpacked by Englishthroughhistory
S11 · E6
Apr 3, 2025
08:55

Episode notes

Coins are everywhere, but have you ever stopped to think about where they came from? Today, we dive into the surprisingly rich history of coinage — from the earliest metal money in the ancient world to the coins we use today.

In today's episode we'll be telling a story that spans empires, trade routes, and shifting ideas of value.

Keywords

trade
ancient
ancient greece
coinage
money