How Song-Dynasty Sichuan Invented Paper Money
In the early eleventh century, a merchant in Chengdu could carry a fortune in his sleeve, as long as the fortune was made of…
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In the early eleventh century, a merchant in Chengdu could carry a fortune in his sleeve, as long as the fortune was made of…
15 min read