When the Coinage Act of 1873 was passed, silver was worth _________ on the market than at the mint; however, subsequent __________ in the supply of silver led to public outcry over the "demonetization" of silver under the Act.

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When the Coinage Act of 1873 was passed, silver was worth more on the market than at the mint. However, subsequent increases in the supply of silver led to public outcry over the "demonetization" of silver under the Act, as the increased supply reduced its market value.

When the Coinage Act of 1873 Was Passed, Silver Was