Economy
Why some coins were made to be crushed
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In an absolutely wild strategy to enforce constant monetary circulation, regional rulers minted coins so thin they could easily be crushed between two fingers. These incredibly fragile silver pieces were designed to be heavily taxed and forcefully recalled every year for reminting, ensuring the populace couldn't comfortably hide their wealth under a mattress.
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