Silver and Gold : Or Both Sides of the Shield (1895) (Paperback)

Silver and Gold: Or Both Sides of the Shield is a book written by John Sherman in 1895. The book discusses the issue of bimetallism which was a hotly debated topic during the late 19th century. Sherman who was a prominent politician and a former Secretary of the Treasury provides a detailed analysis of the pros and cons of using both silver and gold as currency. He argues that bimetallism is not a practical solution and that the United States should stick to the gold standard. The book also delves into the history of currency and monetary policy in the United States providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Overall Silver and Gold: Or Both Sides of the Shield is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of currency and monetary policy in the United States.Also Authored By John G. Carlisle Edward Atkinson William M. Stewart W. J. Bryan William A Peffer William H. Harvey Benjamin R. Tillman And Others. A Symposium Of The Views Of All Parties On The Currency Question As Expressed By Their Leading Advocates.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.