| 1 | Author: | Azambuja, Jacob Frederico Torl | Add |
| Title: | Memoria sobre o valor das moedas | ||
| Dates: | 1833 | ||
| Abstract: | This bound volume contains an essay Jacob Frederico Torlade Pereira de Azambuja presented to the American Philosophical Society in 1833. Jacob Azambuja was the Portuguese charge d' affaires in the United States from 1829-1834. The essay describes the monetary history and system of Portugal. Presented after Andrew Jackson's election, banking and currency were important political topics at the time. This essay likely reflects the growing interest APS members had in the subject and in understanding alternative systems to the United States. The essay can offer insight into prevalent European ideas about currency and may offer insight into how these ideas may have influenced how Americans thought about reforming their system. View finding aid for a full description | ||
| Call #: | Mss.332.4946.Az1m | ||
| Extent: | 1 volume(s) | ||
| Topics: | Business and Skilled Trades | Diplomatic History | Early National Politics | Government Affairs | International Affairs | ||
| Genre: | Business Records and Accounts | Manuscript Essays | ||
| Subjects: | Money -- Portugal |
