Making Money

Making Money

Available on Prime Video, BBC Select
S2024 E3: Early ancient civilizations needed to trade with their neighbors, and those further afield, to grow and survive. But what did it take to succeed in this new world of commerce? This fascinating history documentary looks at the early trading techniques of the ancient world. Egypt had a wealth of gold that led to become tycoons in the world of ancient trade, while Greece exploited the sea to survive.