A short but thorough search into what may be the real cause of the present scarcity of our silver coin. And a method proposed, which, if taken, will effectually both produce a speedy supply, and prevent the like scarcity of it for the future. With The fatal Consequences that will unavoidably follow, either from the advancing our Silver Coin, or lowering the Price of our Gold. By a hearty well-wisher of the peace and prosperity of his country.

Date:

MDCCXVII. [1717]