In 1626, Peter Minuit’s acquisition of Manhattan for trade goods valued at 60 guilders—equivalent to roughly $1,150 today—has become one of the most enduring and debated legends in New York City’s history.
I don't think that the natives thought that they were selling the island in perpetuity. I think they were being nice and offering the Duch a place to live for a while. But it makes a good story.
I'm referring to a different time, I think. Assuming I remembered correctly. I think the British sold an island to the Portuguese, or the other way around, or something like that.
My party brings a shitload of beads.
Quest Reward: The Island of Manhattan.
Manhattan was actually traded for a spice island. Nutmeg used to be a big fuckin deal.
From here.
I don't think that the natives thought that they were selling the island in perpetuity. I think they were being nice and offering the Duch a place to live for a while. But it makes a good story.
I'm referring to a different time, I think. Assuming I remembered correctly. I think the British sold an island to the Portuguese, or the other way around, or something like that.