About this episode

Russell Napier interviews economist George Selgin about his book on the history of money and coinage.

Join Russell Napier and American economist George Selgin as they discuss George’s book, ‘Good Money – Birmingham Button Makers, the Royal Mint and the Beginnings of Modern Coinage 1775-1821’. George’s colourful and impeccably researched insights into what served as money more than two hundred years ago remain every bit as relevant today. Produced by Fraser Allen. www.libraryofmistakes.com

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