Items related to Coinage in the Greek World
Coins can provide valuable information about social, economic and political life in ancient Greece and this introductory survey focuses on their circulation and use as it traces the development of the Greek coinage from its introduction in the 7th century BCE to the late Hellenistic period. Photographs of over 300 coins illustrate types from across the Greek world. First published in 1988.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Publisher:
About this book
A succinct and readable account of the development and use of coinage in the Creek world from the seventh century BC to the late Hellenistic period.
Synopsis:
A succinct and readable account of the development and use of coinage in the Creek world from the seventh century BC to the late Hellenistic period.
A survey of the development and use of coinage in the Greek world from its introduction in the 7th century BC to the late Hellenistic period. Coins can illuminate many facets of history and the focus here is on the reasons why they were put into circulation and how they were used. An opening chapter introduces the study of Greek coins, outlining the development of modern methods of research. This is followed by chapters discussing the invention of coinage and its spread to all parts of the Greek world. Coinage production and design and the role of coins in the life of the people are discussed, followed by chapters on the Classical period, Alexander the Great and the late Hellenistic world. All those interested in the ancient world as well as students and coin collectors should find this book useful.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherSpink Books
- Publication date1988
- ISBN 10 0900652829
- ISBN 13 9780900652820
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages154
Buy New
Learn more about this copy
£ 94.81
Shipping:
£ 3.26
Within U.S.A.
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
COINAGE IN THE GREEK WORLD
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 0.57. Seller Inventory # Q-0900652829
Buy New
£ 94.81
Convert currency
Stock Image
Coinage in the Greek World
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition 0.57. Seller Inventory # bk0900652829xvz189zvxnew
Buy New
£ 98.15
Convert currency
Stock Image
Coinage in the Greek World
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. New! This book is in the same immaculate condition as when it was published 0.57. Seller Inventory # 353-0900652829-new
Buy New
£ 98.15
Convert currency