However, historians do know that gambling has been practiced throughout history, with possibly the first evidence as early as 2000 B.C. In ancient China, the Book of Songs records a game where those who play draw wood tiles in what appears to be a lottery game.

2300 B.C. The first known record of gambling is made. 600 B.C. The first minted currency is invented in Lydia in the 7th century. 800 A.D. The first record of playing cards is made in China. 1600 The first casino is invented in Italy.