Money in Classical Antiquity (2010) Introduction By Sitta von Reden

https://www.academia.edu/27439159/Money_in_Classical_Antiquity_2010_Introduction?nav_from=6b20205a-648e-4549-a5fc-f449ac088e9c The introduction explores the complex nature of money in classical antiquity, highlighting its dual role as a facilitator of economic transactions and a source of societal dependence on institutions. It presents a historical analysis of coinage, referencing influential thinkers such as Aristotle and John Stuart Mill, who emphasized the inherent benefits of precious metals as currency. The discussion elucidates how money evolved from practical mediums of exchange to institutionalized forms, while also addressing the resistance to monetization and the implications of integrating money into social structures. ...