The Humbugs of the World · Character
Prince de Conti
A French prince who quarreled with John Law over shares.
minor
Also known as de Conti
First appearance: xxiv
Prince de Conti shows up with force in XXVII. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Aristocrat who triggered the bubble's burst by demanding specie payment for his banknotes.
Prince de Conti first appears in 0031 xxiv.
In XXVII: Aristocrat who triggered the bubble's burst by demanding specie payment for his banknotes.
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- Miscellaneous Humbugs and Dupes
- Diamond Necklace Conspirators
- Spiritualist Mediums and Quacks
- Fake Mermaid Exhibitors
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See Prince de Conti in xxiv