A Concise And Authentic History Of The Bank Of England: With Dissertations On Metals & Coin, Bank Notes And Bills Of Exchange; To Which Is Added Their Charter by Thomas Fortune offers a thorough historical survey of the Bank of England from its origins in the late 17th century through the late 18th century. The text explores the Bank’s foundation, charter, capital structure, government interactions, and key financial instruments such as notes, coins, and bills of exchange. It includes a Preface discussing public credit during financial crises, particularly the episodes of 1745 and 1797, as well as sections on metals and coin, and the operation of notes and bills. This edition features the Bank’s charter and explanatory notes, combining historical narrative with documentary material, including official minutes and the 1694 charter provisions, to illuminate the Bank’s role in British finance and public credit.
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