Ancient Coin Collecting IV: Roman Provincial Coins

9780873415521

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Wayne G. Sayles

Genre Antiques & Collectibles

Format Hardcover

Dimensions 6.32 (w) x 9.24 (h) x 0.76 (d)

Pages 208

Publisher KP Books

Publication Date May 1998

ISBN 9780873415521

Book ISBN 10 0873415523

About Book

Celebrate the festivals and color of the Roman Empire's far-flung provinces. Delight at the expressive coinage of the Empire's distant colonies. Discover a hobby that will provide a lifetime of enjoyment.

Ancient Coin Collecting IV: Roman Provincial Coins takes you on an adventurous road les traveled to the independent frontier mints of Spain, Gaul, Britain, Asia Minor, Syria, Egypt and other. There you'll meet the cities' founders; revel in their games architecture and civic achievements; and explore their mythology, astrology, and heroes.

Author Wayne G. Sayles' extensive knowledge of ancient coins resonates through each page. Special highlights include:

More than 300 photos, including an illustrated guide to the rulers of the era.
Useful tables and maps summarizing mint cities and their dating system.
Valuable reference tools, including index, glossary and bibliography.

Increase your numismatic expertise with this unique tribute to the other side" of Roman coins in Ancient Coin Collecting IV: Roman Provincial Coins.

Reviews

Booknews

With numerous illustrations and a glossary in this fourth volume of a six-volume set, Sayles<-->editor of the journal<-->enlightens numismatic collectors on the significance and artistry, but not current value, of Roman provincial (as vs. imperial) coinage from the reign of Augustus to the end of the 3rd century AD that "present a unique blend of Greek idealism and Roman pragmatism." Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.

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