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Title-page of Monsieur Barremes handy guide to money, helping traders to calculate prices in all currencies Date: 1723

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1723 Calculate Guide Handy Helping Money Monsieur Prices Shopping Title Traders Currencies

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Title Page of Monsieur Barreme's Handy Guide to Money: A Shopping Companion for Traders in the Global Marketplace (1723) This intriguing title page, taken from an original 1723 print by Monsieur Barreme, offers a glimpse into the complex world of international trade during the early modern period. The title, "Monsieur Barreme's Handy Guide to Money," suggests a practical and portable tool for merchants and traders navigating the intricacies of global commerce. The image features a well-dressed gentleman, identified as Monsieur Barreme, holding a book open in one hand and a quill pen in the other. Surrounding him are various symbols of commerce, including a balance scale, a bag of coins, and a pile of merchandise. The title itself is adorned with an elaborate rococo border, reflecting the ornate design sensibilities of the time. The subtitle, "Helping Traders to Calculate Prices in All Currencies," reveals the guide's primary function. With the global economy expanding and international trade becoming increasingly common, the ability to quickly and accurately convert prices between different currencies was essential for successful business transactions. This handy guide, published in 1723, would have been an indispensable resource for merchants and traders traveling to foreign markets. Its compact size and practical focus make it a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit of the early modern period, as well as the growing interconnectedness of the global economy.

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