How Did the First ‘Coins’ Come to Be Used in Trade?

Long ago, people didn’t use paper or phones to pay for things. They used tiny metal pieces called coins! These coins were easy to carry and could be traded quickly, like giving a shiny piece of copper instead of a big bag of barley. Coins made trade faster and fairer, so they became very popular.

Coins are small, strong, and can last for years. You don’t have to worry about them breaking or getting moldy like food or cloth.