This issue has been touched on before, I believe under the rubric, "What's that in real money." Local (VA) currency was in use, as was US. The practice of figuring purchases in pounds sterling continued well into the 19th c, depending on location. Indeed, Rockbridge Co's subpoenae continued to list possible fines for no shows at 100 pounds. Jim Watkinson To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-hist.html