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Subject: [ROOTS-L] Re: Formula/chart to figure current value of Money
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Betty,

Here's one website.  There are probably others.

http://www.westegg.com/inflation/

juanita

> Does there exist a chart or a formula which enables one to determine
> the  current value of money?  For instance, Henry bought a farm in
> 1850.   What is the value in today's money?  John rented a house in
> 1930 for  $125/month.  What is the value in today's money?
> 
> Betty
>