Which goods did Phoenician merchants export from the coast of Lebanon?

Phoenician merchants, who operated from the coast of what is now Lebanon, were renowned as significant maritime traders and colonizers. Their exports were diverse, reflecting their skills in craftsmanship and their access to regional resources.1234

Key goods exported by Phoenician merchants included:

• Timber: Cedar and pine woods from Lebanon.34
• Textiles: Fine linen from Tyre, Byblos, and Berytos, as well as cloth dyed with the famous Tyrian purple (produced from the Murex snail) and embroideries from Sidon.34
• Crafted Goods: Metalwork, glass, and glazed faience.34
• Foodstuffs: Wine, salt, and dried fish.34

In addition to these exports, the Phoenicians were highly active in transit trade, moving manufactured goods from Egypt and Babylonia across the Mediterranean. Their commercial success was further supported by their development of an alphabetic script, which facilitated their extensive mercantile operations.34