Did the great basin Indians trade and use money.?

Yes, the Great Basin Indians engaged in trade with neighboring tribes and utilized a form of currency, primarily in the form of items such as shells, beads, and other valuable goods. These items were often used as a medium of exchange in trade transactions. While they did not have a standardized currency like coins, the value of goods was understood within their trading networks. Overall, trade was essential for obtaining resources not available in their arid environment.