Category The Legacy of the Silver Standard

Comparisons to modern monetary challenges and alternative assets like cryptocurrencies

Although the silver standard disappeared in the 20th century, the lessons from its rise and fall remain relevant to modern monetary systems. Today, the global economy faces many of the same challenges that defined the silver standard era—inflation, currency devaluation,…

Silver played a defining role in global trade, inflation, and monetary policy

For centuries, silver played a defining role in global trade, monetary systems, and economic stability, shaping the financial history of civilizations across the world. While silver is no longer used as a currency standard today, its legacy remains deeply embedded…