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Elster, Ludwig 1856-1935

Archival location guide — where this economist’s surviving papers are held, their notable correspondents, and key published sources.

Portrait of Elster, Ludwig 1856-1935

Born 1856 · died 1935

Ludwig Elster was a Prussian economist and university lecturer. He also worked, between 1897 and 1916, as a senior officer in the Prussian Ministry for Religion, Education and Medical affairs.

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Where the papers are held

The surviving papers of Elster, Ludwig 1856-1935 are held at Thuringian State and University Library.

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Cite this entry

Elster, Ludwig 1856-1935. “Archival papers.” Economists’ Papers, https://www.economistspapers.org.uk/elster-ludwig-1856-1935/ (accessed 19 Jun 2026).