Symmetallism - An Alternative to Orthodox Bimetallism

List of contents

1. Introduction 2. Fundamentals 3. Regulation of Central Reserves 4. The Supply of Metals 5. Variations in the Quantity Relation 6. International Implications 7. Domestic Autonomy 8. The Transition to a Symmetallic Standard 9. Mr. Roosevelt's Silver Policy 10. Conclusion. Appendix: 1. Fundamental Equations 2. Price Connections 3. Price Level and Purchasing Power of Money 4. The Value of the Metal Stock 5. Alteration of the Metal Content of the Unit

About the author

Barthold A. Butenschøn

Summary

Originally published in 1936, this book discusses the post-War reconstruction of the monetary system. It examines the American use of silver and changes to China's currency system and asks whether a combination of gold and silver would not be a better solution than a pure Gold Standard.

Product details

• Authors: Barthold A. Butenschn, Barthold A. Butenschon, Barthold A. Butenschøn
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.12.2019
• EAN: 9781138577787
• ISBN: 978-1-138-57778-7
• No. of pages: 198
• Series: Routledge Library Editions: The Gold Standard
• Subjects: Social sciences, law, business > Business > International economy; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Human Geography, Economics, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Economics / General, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Industries / General, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Economic History, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / International / General, POLITICAL SCIENCE / Political Economy, macroeconomics, Economic Geography, Economic history, International Economics, Political Economy, Economics of specific sectors