Bartering is an old method of exchange that has been used for centuries. It involves trading services or goods with another person without the use of money. Bartering has been relied upon by early civilizations and is still used by some cultures today. The value of bartering items can be negotiated and it doesn't involve money, which is one of the advantages. The history of bartering dates back to 6000 BC and has evolved over time, becoming more organized with the invention of money.