Two Letters Printed in June and September, 1728 - Softcover

Giving An Account Of The Rise And Progress Of The Sinking Fund

 
9781334348099: Two Letters Printed in June and September, 1728

Synopsis

This book offers a captivating exploration of the Sinking Fund, a crucial element in Britain's financial history. The author traces the fund's origins in 1717, when a reduction in interest rates on redeemable debts laid its foundation. The fund's growth was further fueled by the South Sea Scheme of 1720, which enabled the reduction of interest on both redeemable and irredeemable debts. This pioneering scheme stands out as the only effective method devised to address the interest burden. The book highlights the scheme's significance in propelling the Sinking Fund to its current state, a testament to the author's deep understanding of the subject.

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