Trading in prehistory and protohistory: perspectives from the Eastern Aegean and beyond By I. Banu Dogan and Anna Michailidou

https://www.academia.edu/478663/Trading_in_prehistory_and_protohistory_perspectives_from_the_Eastern_Aegean_and_beyond?nav_from=0de97f83-8481-4fda-abc2-e6db2822f315 The movement of goods over long distances in prehistory raises questions about the nature of trade and exchange mechanisms. Due to the lack of a universally accepted definition of trade, scholars must provide clarity in their understanding of the term as it relates to archaeological evidence and ethnographic data. While traditional views often align trade with market-based exchanges, anthropological perspectives emphasize the social aspects of exchange, highlighting concepts like reciprocity. Notably, trade in prehistoric contexts may not always conform to economic principles prevalent today, necessitating a nuanced examination of goods acquisition beyond mere market transactions. ...