Video - Golden Invention: The Origins of Money

Did you know that the concept of money was invented by the ancient Lydians in modern-day Turkey around 600 BC? Before that, people used barter systems to trade goods and services. The first coins were made of a mixture of gold and silver called electrum. This revolutionary invention paved the way for modern economies and changed the way people interacted and traded with each other. So next time you use money to buy something, remember to thank the ancient Lydians for coming up with this brilliant idea that has stood the test of time.