@curiositystream: Salt: the original currency. 🧂 Before banks and paper money, salt was just as valuable as gold—so much so that it was used as currency for trade across ancient civilizations. From preserving food to fueling economies, this "white gold" shaped empires, funded armies, and even influenced the word “salary” (from the Latin salarium, meaning payment in salt). A simple mineral with a priceless history. Who knew a sprinkle of salt held so much power? Stream Taste the Flavor of Life on #curiositystream or when you click the link in bio! . . . #tastetheflavoroflife #watchandwonder #educationalcontent #documentaryfilm