Season 11 · Episode 6
The History of Coins: How Money Started
History Unpacked · Englishthroughhistory
April 3, 20258m 55s
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Show 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.