Question

Which kind of bulbs were once exchanged as a form of currency?

Answer 1

Tulip bulbs were once exchanged as a form of currency in the Netherlands during the 17th century. This period, known as Tulip Mania, was a time of economic speculation and was one of the earliest recorded economic bubbles.

Answer 2

The bulb that was once exchanged as a form of currency is known as the Tulip bulb. During the Dutch Golden Age, in the 17th century, tulip bulbs became highly sought after and valuable, especially during the Tulip Mania period in the Netherlands. At that time, people would pay exorbitant prices, even trading their homes and properties, for rare and beautiful tulip bulbs.