The Joint Standard: A Plain Exposition Of Monetary Principles And Of The Monetary Controversy (1894)

The Joint Standard: A Plain Exposition Of Monetary Principles And Of The Monetary Controversy (1894) is a book written by Elijah Helm that provides a comprehensive overview of monetary principles and the controversy surrounding them at the time. The book discusses the concept of a joint standard, which is a monetary system that uses both gold and silver as its base. The author explains the advantages and disadvantages of this system and compares it to other monetary systems, such as the gold standard and the silver standard.The book also delves into the monetary controversy of the late 19th century, which was a heated debate between supporters of the gold standard and those who favored the use of silver as money. Helm provides a clear and concise explanation of the arguments made by both sides and offers his own perspective on the matter.Throughout the book, Helm uses plain language and avoids technical jargon, making it accessible to a wide audience. The Joint Standard is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of monetary policy and the ongoing debate over the best way to manage a country's currency.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.