Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Silver Standard.
Silver Standard - as a noun
A monetary standard under which the basic unit of currency is defined by a stated quantity of silver
Example Sentences
"The country switched to a silver standard to stabilize its currency."
"During the 19th century, many countries adopted the silver standard."
"Under the silver standard, the value of currency was based on the silver content."
"The silver standard was later replaced by the gold standard."
"In some regions, the silver standard coexisted with a bimetallic system."