Currency History -- Starting from 800 AD

Author: Jon
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Publish 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 summarizing major historical events of the 20th century and analyzing how production is connected to current issues. The book examines how almost all modern monetary-related problems evolved historically, discusses how commercial systems evolved from simple, metallic, and intermediate coins, and offers valuable lessons for countries currently transitioning from central planning systems. It also covers important monetary debates during key historical periods.