The History Of Money In America: From The Earliest Times To The Establishment Of The Constitution (1899) Paperback - 2010

The History of Money in America: From the Earliest Times to the Establishment of the Constitution is a book written by Alexander Del Mar and published in 1899. The book provides a comprehensive account of the evolution of money in America from the earliest times to the establishment of the Constitution. Del Mar traces the history of money in America from the Native American Indians' use of wampum to the introduction of European coins and paper money. The book covers various topics, including the role of the colonial governments in regulating the monetary system, the impact of the Revolutionary War on the monetary system, the establishment of the first national bank, and the debates surrounding the adoption of the Constitution. Del Mar also discusses the various monetary systems that have been used in America, including the bimetallic standard, the gold standard, and the fiat currency system. The author provides a detailed analysis of the economic and political factors that influenced the development of the monetary system in America. He also explores the relationship between money and power and how the control of the monetary system has been used to advance political agendas. Overall, The History of Money in America is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of money and its impact on American society. The book provides a fascinating insight into the development of the monetary system in America and the role it has played in shaping the country's economic and political landscape.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.