Iron Age - Trade Goods
Commodities available in the iron age.
Trade Goods
Trade Goods are commodities available in the current age. Any item, food or spice of high global value can be considered a trade good.
Table of Trade Goods
| Trade Good | Description | Item Traits | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt | A mineral that can be mined or collected from saltwater. | Uncommon, Preservative, Powder, Spice | 50 Silver per kg |
| Spices | |||
| Black Pepper | The dried seeds of a particular breed of pepper plant. | Common, Irritant, Spice | 36 Silver per kg |
| Ginger | A mild spice with medicinal properties. | ||
| Turmeric | A deep orange spice that adds color and flavor to any dish. Related to ginger. | Common, Irritant, Spice | 22 Silver per kg |
| Paprika | Dried red pepper ground into a fine powder. | Common, Irritant, Spice | 28 Silver per kg |
| Coriander / Cilantro | All parts of the plant can be used as a mild spice. The leaves and seeds are the choice parts to use. | Common, Spice | 22 Silver per kg |
| Fennel Seed | The seeds of the fennel plant. They add a savory flavor and do well in combination with meats. | Common, Spice | 22 Silver per kg |
| Saffron | The stamen of a colorful flower. The plant is difficult to maintain and harvest but is said to be the queen of spices. | Rare, Spice | 500 Silver per kg |
| Herbs | |||
| Rosemary | The leaves of the rosemary plant. Very flavorful, goes great with meat and potatoes. | Common, Spice | 12 Silver per kg |
| Sage | A leaf relative to mint, praised for its savory properties, often added to pork and poultry. | Common, Spice | 12 Silver per kg |
| Mint | The leaves of the mint plant. It comes in several varieties and adds a unique flavor profile wherever it is added. | Common, Spice | 12 Silver per kg |
| Oregano | The leaves of the oregano plant. They have a warm earthy flavor that is slightly bitter. Often combined acidic dishes. | Common, Spice | 12 Silver per kg |
| Dyes | |||
| Black Dye | Due made from soot or charcoal. | Common, Pigment | 5 Silver per fluid oz. |
| Yellow Dye | Dye made from plants or roots. | Common, Pigment | 5 Silver per fluid oz. |
| Red Dye | Dye made from plants or fruits. | Uncommon, Pigment | 10 Silver per fluid oz. |
| Green Dye | Dye made from plant matter. | Common, Pigment | 5 Silver per fluid oz. |
| Purple Dye | Dye made from snails or other creatures. | Rare, Pigment | 15 Silver per fluid oz. |
| Blue Dye | A dye made from azurite. | Rare, Pigment | 20 Silver per fluid oz. |
| Fabrics | |||
| Wool | Sheep hair. | Common | 10 Silver per Meter |
| Cotton | The fluffy seed bud of the cotton plant. | Uncommon | 15 Silver per Meter |
| Silk | The silk cocoons collected from many silkworms. | Rare | 40 Silver per Meter |
| Spider Silk | The silky threads of giant spiders. | Rare | 100 Silver per Meter |
