Statists: "There has never been an anarchist society ever! It's just a fantasy!" Also statists: "Here's a map of Europe in 220 BC".... What's all that grey, motherfuckers??
(www.worldhistory.org)
Most societies for thousands of years did not barter. Bartering is a myth, but that does not mean trade itself is a myth. Most had some form of money and accounting. The complexity of ancient civilizations should not be underestimated.