What island was purchased for a small amount of beads and other goods?

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Manhattan Islands because it was a cheap price 24 dollars but back then it was a lot but now it would be cheap.

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Manhattan Island was purchased in 1626 by Peter Minuit from the Lenape people for approximately 60 guilders, often interpreted today as about 24 dollars. This purchase led to the establishment of New Amsterdam, which eventually became New York City. The transaction highlights differences in land ownership perceptions between Native Americans and European settlers. 
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What island was purchased for a small amount of beads and other goods?

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