Making Money in the Early Middle Ages

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The book explores the significance of coined money in early medieval Europe, highlighting its role as a tool for understanding economic and social structures despite its scarcity. Rory Naismith presents case studies from the Mediterranean and Northern Europe, arguing that coined money was crucial for articulating individual status and measuring economic complexity. He examines the evolution of currency from the post-Roman era through the rise of the silver penny, challenging the notion that money was solely for elites and traders, revealing its broader societal implications.