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The Wealth of Nations · Character

Mr. Lowndes

Official cited on coinage and currency.

minor

Also known as Mr. Lowndes, Lowndes, Lowndes

First appearance: variations in the proportion between the respective values of gold and silver

Mr. Lowndes shows up with force in Third Period. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Referenced regarding the debasement of silver coin by clipping and wearing in 1695.
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CICharles IISISilverASAdam SmithDHDavid HumeMLMr. Lowndes

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  • Diverse authorities and generic roles
  • English monarchs and economic policy
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