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Handbook of Ancient Greek and Roman Coins
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Handbook of Ancient Greek and Roman Coins

Zander H. Klawans

Publisher
Whitman Publishing
Year
2020
ISBN
978-0307093622
Pages
288

About this book

A comprehensive handbook covering every aspect of ancient coinage, from how the pieces were made to what their symbolism meant. Combines two primary references for collectors: 'Reading and dating Roman imperial coins' and 'An Outline of ancient Greek coins.' Features data, charts, and over 1000 full-size photographs showing how to read inscriptions, identify emperors and dates, symbols, city names, and mythological characters.

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