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18th Century Finance

Financial Alchemy in 18th Century France

Explore the radical financial solutions proposed by John Law to address France's severe financial crisis in the 18th century, including a national bank and paper money.

The British Consol: A Bonding Force in 18th Century Finance

The British consol was a type of government bond issued by the British government from the late 18th century onwards, notable for its high return on investment through its perpetual bond structure and two coupon options.