Private Gold Coinage Of California, 1849-1855 - Edgar Holmes Adams - Bog

Private Gold Coinage of California, 1849-1855: Its History and Its Issues is a comprehensive book written by Edgar Holmes Adams and published in 1913. The book provides a detailed account of the private gold coinage that was produced in California during the years 1849 to 1855. The author begins by describing the historical context of the gold rush in California and the economic conditions that led to the production of private gold coins. He then goes on to provide a detailed analysis of the various issues of private gold coins that were produced during this time period. The book is richly illustrated with photographs and drawings of the different coins, and the author provides detailed descriptions of their design, weight, and composition. He also discusses the various individuals and companies that produced these coins, as well as the controversies and legal issues that surrounded their production and circulation. Overall, Private Gold Coinage of California, 1849-1855: Its History and Its Issues is an essential reference for anyone interested in the history of gold coinage in California during the mid-19th century. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the economic and social conditions of the time, as well as the intricate details of the private coinage industry.includes various californian private mints, and pattern and experimental pieces of california.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.