How did ancient Egypt begin to move away from bartering, or directly exchanging goods? In other words, how did the ancient Egyptians make sure the amounts of items traded were equal and fair? Why was this important to international trade?
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"The bushel is the eye of Re, it abhors him who trims." With a dichotomy linking trade to the gods, the Egyptian philosopher Amenemope reflects on the need for honesty and fair dealings in trade, still a necessary staple for any economy. Bartering in ancient Egypt was not only expected to be scrupulously honest but also, depending on the location and social classes of the traders, extremely profitable.
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The bushel is the eye of Re, it abhors him who trims." With a dichotomy linking trade to the gods, the Egyptian philosopher Amenemope reflects on the need for honesty and fair dealings in trade, still a necessary staple for any economy. Bartering in ancient Egypt was not only expected to be scrupulously honest but also, depending on the location and social classes of the traders, extremely profitable.