Description: This book is a meticulously researched catalogue of Greek coins from the ancient regions of Arabia, Mesopotamia and Persia. It provides a detailed analysis of the coins’ physical characteristics, their historical context, and their connection to the various empires and cultures that thrived in these regions. The author delves into the fascinating world of numismatics, examining the unique characteristics of each coin and connecting them to the historical figures and events they represent. The book not only catalogues the coins themselves but also explores the diverse religious and political landscapes of the ancient world, from the Nabataean kingdom and the Seleucid Empire to the Alexandrine Empire of the East. It offers a rich tapestry of historical insights into the fascinating world of ancient coinage, making it an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of these regions. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.
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Book Title: Catalogue of the Greek Coins of Arabia Mesopotamia and Persia : Nabataea, Arabia Provincia, S. Arabia, Mesopotamia, Babylonia, Assyria, Persia, Alexandrine Empire of the East, Persis, Elymais, Characene (Classic Reprint)
Number of Pages: 708 Pages
Language: English
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Topic: Archaeology
Item Height: 1.4 in
Publication Year: 2016
Illustrator: Yes
Genre: Social Science
Item Weight: 32.9 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Author: George Francis Hill
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback