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Greek Coins (Classical Bookshelf (Austin, Texas).)
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by:
Carradice, Ian
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Publisher:
Univ of Texas Pr
Published: November 1995
ISBN: 0292711840
Format:Paperback
Pages:112
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Book Description
From Book News, Inc.
Outlines the history of Greek coins from the seventh to the first century BC, showing how they throw light on the geographical boundaries and cultural diversity of the ancient world. Discusses the impact of Greek coins on later
civilizations, and offers details on the coins' creation and the craftsmen who created them. Includes color and b&w photos. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
Book Description
Of the many traditions inherited from the ancient Greeks,
one of the most successful has been the use of coined metal as money. Coins first appeared in the region of Lydia (western Turkey) in the late seventh century B.C. and gradually spread throughout the Greek world. Coin designs show the badges of
city-states, the portraits of rulers, Greek gods, myths, and objects of daily life. Carved by Greek craftsmen, some of the designs are works of art, miniature masterpieces of sculpture. Coins were... read more
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