mar 1, 1442 BC - Egypt's wealth

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Egypt is a land rich in gold, and ancient miners employing traditional methods were thorough in their exploitation of economically feasible sources.

In addition to the resources of the Eastern Desert, Egypt had access to the riches of Nubia, which is reflected in its ancient name, nbw (the Egyptian word for gold).

Egypt is located on the Nile River and had some of the most fertile land in the ancient world. Most Egyptians grew many crops, and because coins and paper money had not yet been invented, their economy depended on using their goods, mostly crops including grain, in a bartering system.

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