- 1. When did the Lydians introduce metal coinage?
A) 3rd century BC
B) 5th century BC
C) 1st century BC
D) 7th century BC
- 2. What was the primary reason for the introduction of coinage by the Lydians?
A) Warfare
B) Decoration
C) Religious purposes
D) Facilitate trade
- 3. Who is traditionally credited with the invention of coinage in Lydia?
A) Heraclitus
B) King Alyattes
C) Socrates
D) Aesop
- 4. What was the value of the first coins minted by the Lydians based on?
A) Age
B) Weight
C) Size
D) Color
- 5. Which ancient Greek writer mentioned the Lydians as the first to use coinage?
A) Herodotus
B) Sophocles
C) Aristotle
D) Plato
- 6. What term is used to describe the first known coins of the Lydians?
A) Rupee
B) Dinar
C) Stater
D) Peso
- 7. What ancient civilization succeeded the Lydians in the use of coinage?
A) Greeks
B) Romans
C) Egyptians
D) Persians
- 8. Who was the last king of Lydia known for his wealth and whose name became synonymous with riches?
A) Ardys
B) Gyges
C) Croesus
D) Midas
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