Interesting. Relatedly, D.Graeber argues that the only truly free market occurred around the Saudi Arabian peninsula between about 800-1400 AD. The state was not involved in commerce at all, and usury was considered a sin. Consequently all trade took place without any interest on loans or money in general.
Truly free trade exacted no interest. Not what economists today would expect.
Truly free trade exacted no interest. Not what economists today would expect.