Economisti del cinque e seicento

The volume collects early modern essays on monetary theory and practice, focusing on the properties of gold and silver, the problems caused by inconsistent coinage, and concrete reforms to weights, alloys, and minting to secure stable values. Contributors analyze causes of clipping, debasement, and regional payment friction, propose a universal standard for coin composition and denominations, and offer practical accounting procedures for measuring and reconciling specie and minted currency. Many pieces are framed as advice to rulers and mintmasters, balancing technical instructions with appeals to communal welfare, and aim to harmonize payments across cities and provinces to reduce economic disorder.