Question

Where was the first recorded use of metal coins?

Answer 1

The first recorded use of metal coins was in Lydia, an ancient kingdom in western Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey), around the 7th century BCE. The coins were made of electrum, a naturally occurring alloy of gold and silver, and were stamped with images to indicate their weight and value. The use of coins in Lydia quickly spread to neighboring regions and eventually became a standard form of currency throughout much of the ancient world.

Answer 2

The first recorded use of metal coins was in China around 1000 BCE during the Zhou dynasty. The coins were made from bronze or copper and had holes in the center so they could be strung together. They were used for both trade and as a symbol of wealth and power.

Answer 3

The first recorded use of metal coins dates back to ancient Lydia, in present-day western Turkey, during the 7th century BCE.