The history of money began in 800 AD

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Publication Date: 2002-09-01
Features: This book elaborates in detail the monetary history from the Carolingian reforms around 800 AD to the end of the Gold War in 1896, while also summarizing major historical events of the 20th century and analyzing how production is connected to current issues. It examines how nearly all current monetary-related problems evolved historically, discusses how commercial systems evolved from simple, metal-based, and intermediary coinage, and offers valuable lessons for countries currently transitioning from central planning systems. The book also covers important monetary debates from significant historical periods.