I think Comstock Lode near Reno, Nevada USA managed to at least double the US money supply through production of silver coins in a short period of time. There were historical examples of erratic money supply changes which had impacts on price levels. Note that honest money production is different than fiat money production, however. There were real costs in land, labor, capital, and entrepeneurism required to mine, refine, and mint silver.
I think Comstock Lode near Reno, Nevada USA managed to at least double the US money supply through production of silver coins in a short period of time. There were historical examples of erratic money supply changes which had impacts on price levels. Note that honest money production is different than fiat money production, however. There were real costs in land, labor, capital, and entrepeneurism required to mine, refine, and mint silver.
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