What important trade items were mined by Maya living in the highlands?

Maya communities in the highlands mined valuable stone materials used for tools, ornaments, and trade. Jade and obsidian were important trade items: jade was prized for jewelry and ceremonial objects, while obsidian was used to make sharp tools and weapons. Chinampas are a farming method, and maize and cacao were crops rather than mined goods.

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