Comprehensive historical data on U.S. precious metals This volume compiles detailed statistics from the Mint’s director on gold and silver production, coinage, and monetary dynamics in the United States around 1881. Rich in tables and price analysis, it serves as a key reference for researchers and enthusiasts of mining history and 19th‑century finance. The book highlights how production and monetary shifts intersected with market prices and international trends.
- Extensive tabular data on mines, shipments, and refining across U.S. counties and territories
- Prices, coinage, and the movement of gold and silver in the domestic and international context
- Historical analyses of currency values and the purchasing power of money over time
- Quantitative views of bullion production, exports, and banking reserves for the era
Ideal for readers of mining history, economic history, and late 19th‑century American finance.