""An Historical Inquiry Into The Production And Consumption Of The Precious Metals V1"" is a book written by William Jacob and published in 1831. This book is an in-depth historical analysis of the production and consumption of precious metals, namely gold and silver. The author explores the economic and political factors that have influenced the mining and trade of these metals throughout history, from ancient times to the present day. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific period or region, such as the Roman Empire, medieval Europe, and the Americas during the colonial period. The author also discusses the impact of the discovery of new mining regions, such as the California Gold Rush, on the global economy. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of economics, international trade, and the role of precious metals in shaping world events.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.