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In History / High School | 2025-07-07

Which was an unintended result of Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca?

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Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca led to significant unintended economic consequences, most notably the inflation of gold prices in regions he traveled through. His generous distribution of gold increased its supply, decreasing its value and disrupting local economies. This journey also heightened global awareness of Mali's wealth and resources. ;

Answered by GinnyAnswer | 2025-07-07

Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca in 1324 resulted in unintended economic consequences, particularly the inflation of gold prices in the regions he traveled through due to his generous redistribution of gold. This influx of gold decreased its local value, disrupting the economies of cities like Cairo. Furthermore, his journey increased global awareness of the wealth of the Mali Empire.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2025-08-13

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