ancient commerce

Ancient commerce involved the exchange of goods and services across regions, serving as the foundation for early economies. Traders transported items like spices, textiles, metals, and food, often over long distances, using land routes or ships. Markets and trading posts became vital hubs for buying and selling, fostering cultural interactions and technological exchanges. Currency evolved from barter and primitive money to more standardized forms, facilitating transactions. This system enabled societies to acquire resources they lacked locally, supporting growth, specialization, and the development of complex civilizations over time.