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The History of Bad Ideas: The Gold Standard

Past Present Future

CHAPTER

The Evolution of the Gold Standard

Exploring the historical context and significance of the gold standard in international finance and trade during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The chapter discusses the transition from silver to gold as an international currency, the political implications of the system, and how the gold standard shaped trade interactions between states.

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