The vast majority of us pay for goods and services with cash, card, or even electronically (i.e. using our phones or other devices). This was, however, not always the case. Indeed, the history of money is fascinating, and, depending where you were in the world, not so long ago you'd be using other things to make payments. For instance, can you imagine being paid in beer, or paying your taxes with teeth?
In this gallery, we take you on a journey around the world and the many unusual things that have been used as currencies. Click on for more.