What primary commodity was Bahrain renowned for exporting to Ancient Mesopotamia during the Bronze Age, serving as the commercial intermediary for Magan?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Refined copper ingots
- Step 1: Mesopotamian clay tablets frequently record imports of copper from Dilmun.
- Step 2: While mined in Magan (modern Oman and UAE), the copper was traded through Dilmun's secure port markets and transshipped to Sumerian cities like Ur.
Answer
Refined copper ingots.
Why not the others: 'Silk textile garments' arrived much later along the overland Silk Road; 'Spices and frankincense' were traded from southern Arabia and India; 'Olive oil and wine jars' were Mediterranean commodities.
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