Real Bi-Metallism explains how monetary policy shapes everyday life and national prosperity.
This 1895 work argues for using both gold and silver as money and shows how certain laws can influence prices, credit, and confidence in markets.
In clear, accessible language, the book compares free silver proposals with a stable, bidirectional monetary system. It discusses how money shapes debt, trade, and national credit, and it contrasts artificial market push with natural economic forces.
- What bi-metallism means for consumers, debt, and prices
- Why silver and gold were tied to national credit and international trust
- Historical examples of how legislation affected markets and confidence
- Practical arguments about the best monetary standard for a growing economy
Ideal for readers of financial history and students seeking a perspective on 19th‑century debates over money, currency, and national solvency.