Define main characteristics of Roman economic system. (History) (Theme 3 An empire across three continents) Grade XI Humanities

Dear Student, 

The main characteristics of the economic system of the Roman Empire were :
1.  Existence of a well-organized commercial and banking system.
2.  Availability of elaborate economic infrastructure for various industries like mines, harbors, olive oil factories, brickyards, etc.
3. Strong trading networks with Spain, Egypt, North Africa, Italy and the Gallic provinces.
4. Strong economic positions of women.
5. The economy was largely run on slave labour.

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