Abacus

While the Abacus may seem useless at first, this small piece of equipment will become very handy for a group of adventurers when travelling to a city to buy and sell things. All the money of the group can be added up in no time, thus giving a quick overview of their finances. It is therefore a very useful item, and every group should have one to prevent either spending too much or not realizing they possess insufficient funds for a purchase.

Trivia

 * Iolo has one right from the start of Ultima VII, and explains how it works.


 * One is found in the northeastern office of the palace of Fawn in Ultima VII Part Two. Additionally, they can be purchased from Bucia in Moonshade


 * Another Abacus is found in the house of Mythran in Ultima VIII, but its use is limited, as all money can be carried around in one pile that already gives the correct number, when examined.


 * In Serpent Isle, the Abacus differentiates between Monetari, Filari, Guilders, gold coins, gold bars, gold nuggets, gems, and jewelry.