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The unification of Germany officially took place on January 18, 1871. At that point, the Germanic states became the German Reich, which means German Empire. ... The victory in the Franco-Prussian War instilled confidence in Germany, causing it to act aggre-ssively in the years leading up to World War I.The Zollverein, or German Customs Union, was a coalition of German states formed to manage tariffs and economic policies within their territories.
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I would say b. precious stones Example of commodities that have been used as mediums of exchange include gold, silver, copper, salt, peppercorns, tea, large stones (such as Rai stones), decorated belts, shells, alcohol, cigarettes, cannabis, candy, cocoa beans, cowries and barley.