Isbn: 9781332718740 - the coinages of the world: ancient and modern (classic reprint) (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a concise introduction to numismatics, the study of coins. In addition to providing insights into the historical significance of coins, the author discusses their usefulness for the collector, their artistic value, and the symbolism they often bear. The author takes us on a comprehensive journey through ancient Greece, Asia Minor, Syria, Parthia, Persia, and Judea, while also delving into other cultures within the broader context of the Mediterranean region. The volume concludes with an overview of the fascinating coinages of Graecia Magna, from the earliest gold and electrum coins of the archaic period to the artistic masterpieces of the Hellenistic era. The book offers an invaluable compendium of numismatic knowledge for both the experienced collector and casual reader alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…