University of Kansas: Extensive Project, New Book Reveal Monument to Inflation in Roman Times
April 13, 2024
April 13, 2024
LAWRENCE, Kansas, April 13 (TNSres) -- The University of Kansas issued the following news:
Inflation seems to be a modern problem. But in 301 C.E., it was just as crucial a concern among the population of the sprawling Roman Empire.
The issue had gotten so problematic that Emperor Diocletian proposed a radical solution.
"It was the first attempt during the Roman period to establish prices for all goods sold anywhere," said Philip Stinson, associat . . .
Inflation seems to be a modern problem. But in 301 C.E., it was just as crucial a concern among the population of the sprawling Roman Empire.
The issue had gotten so problematic that Emperor Diocletian proposed a radical solution.
"It was the first attempt during the Roman period to establish prices for all goods sold anywhere," said Philip Stinson, associat . . .