Connecticut's Engraved Bills of Credit, 1709-1746.

The article presents a historical examination into the engraved bills of credit printed in Connecticut between 1709 and 1746. Details are given describing the various economic pressures on the colony during the period as well as the financial requests leveled by the British government to fund various initiatives and wars. Discussion is provided contrasting both the monetary policies of Connecticut and its physical printing and engraving processes used. Comparisons are made with other bill issuances by contemporary New England colonies such as Massachusetts.