Difference between revisions of "What were the main trade items, both imports and exports."
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Revision as of 00:01, 10 February 2012
Exports
-Copper [1]
Copper was used by civilizations all over Mesopotamia, Africa, and Southern Europe. Israel had a small amount of it as a natural resource. The Israelites sold their copper to all of the surrounding trade partners. Copper was used in coins, weapons and cooking utensils.
-Salt [2]
All food needs at least a small amount of salt. Traders from Istambul and Damascus would come all the way to Jerusalem for to trade for their salt.
-Sand and Clay [3]
Glass could be fashioned from sand. In addition to this, a mixture of sand and clay could be used for brick. Clay could be used in pottery, ceramics, and a building material.
Export Map
Sources
http://www.israelmybeloved.com/channel/his_land/section/natural_resources
