How widespread was the use of salt as currency in the early Roman Empire (say Octavius)? Was it relegated to paying legionnaires or was it widespread? Were there any instances of inflation when a salt mine was discovered? | AskHistorians Archive Observer

How widespread was the use of salt as currency in the early Roman Empire (say Octavius)? Was it relegated to paying legionnaires or was it widespread? Were there any instances of inflation when a salt mine was discovered?

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The use of salt to pay Roman soldiers is likely a myth, albeit an ancient one; here is a great comment by /u/BruceWareAllen on the topic.