Handbook of Ancient Greek & Roman Coins by Zander H. Klawans. Published 2003 by Whitman Publishing.
Two important references collectors have depended on for forty years are combined into this single volume, with essential information on how to read Greek and Roman coin inscriptions; identifying emperors and dates on Roman coins; and symbols, city names, and historical and mythological characters. 287 pages with more than 1000 photographs. Handbook of Ancient Greek & Roman Coins, Soft bound, ISBN 030709362-X. Regularly $14.95, Our Price: $11.95
Two important references collectors have depended on for forty years are combined into this single volume, with essential information on how to read Greek and Roman coin inscriptions; identifying emperors and dates on Roman coins; and symbols, city names, and historical and mythological characters. 287 pages with more than 1000 photographs.
Handbook of Ancient Greek & Roman Coins, Soft bound, ISBN 030709362-X. Regularly $14.95, Our Price: $11.95
Ancient Coin Collecting (2nd ed.) by Wayne G. Sayles. Published 2003 by Krause Publications.
The first volume of this acclaimed series introduces the intriguing world of collecting coins from antiquity, covering issues from ancient Rome, Egypt, Greece and more. It details the history, politics and mythology that shaped ancient coins and explains how to interpret images and legends on ancient coins, as well as how to avoid pitfalls that often hinder beginning collectors. The 2nd edition adds more than 100 additional pages to the original edition, including an expanded "how to" guide. 299 pages and more than 300 photos. Ancient Coin Collecting (2nd ed.), Hard bound, ISBN 0-87349-515-2. Regularly $29.99, Our Price: $23.95
The first volume of this acclaimed series introduces the intriguing world of collecting coins from antiquity, covering issues from ancient Rome, Egypt, Greece and more. It details the history, politics and mythology that shaped ancient coins and explains how to interpret images and legends on ancient coins, as well as how to avoid pitfalls that often hinder beginning collectors. The 2nd edition adds more than 100 additional pages to the original edition, including an expanded "how to" guide. 299 pages and more than 300 photos.
Ancient Coin Collecting (2nd ed.), Hard bound, ISBN 0-87349-515-2. Regularly $29.99, Our Price: $23.95
Ancient Coin Collecting II: Numismatic Art of the Greek World (2nd ed.) by Wayne G. Sayles. Published 2007 by Krause Publications.
The second volume in this series teaches you how to expertly decipher coins from the Archaic, Classical and Hellenistic periods and to categorize their unique characteristics. Gain important insights into the ancient Greek civilization and some of its artistic masterpieces. The 2nd edition contains nearly 100 pages of new material, including added and expanded sections for attribution and interpretation. 289 pages with hundreds of excellent photographs. Ancient Coin Collecting II: Numismatic Art of the Greek World (2nd ed.), Hard bound, ISBN 978-0-89689-516-4. Regularly $29.99, Our Price: $23.95
The second volume in this series teaches you how to expertly decipher coins from the Archaic, Classical and Hellenistic periods and to categorize their unique characteristics. Gain important insights into the ancient Greek civilization and some of its artistic masterpieces. The 2nd edition contains nearly 100 pages of new material, including added and expanded sections for attribution and interpretation. 289 pages with hundreds of excellent photographs.
Ancient Coin Collecting II: Numismatic Art of the Greek World (2nd ed.), Hard bound, ISBN 978-0-89689-516-4. Regularly $29.99, Our Price: $23.95
Ancient Coin Collecting III: The Roman World - Politics and Propaganda (2nd ed.) by Wayne G. Sayles. Published 2007 by Krause Publications.
Explore one of the world's mightiest empires through its fascinating coinage, tracing a path of more than 700 years of expansion and upheaval, political intrigue and treachery, cultural enlightenment and decadence. Volume III traces Roman coins from the empire's origins in the third century B.C. to its final days in the fifth century A.D. Learn to attribute individual specimens while gaining valuable insight into a civilization that used its extensive coinage for disseminating political propaganda. Nearly 100 pages have been added to the updated 2nd edition for the inclusion of questions and problems in Roman numismatics, new information about coins of some rare usurpers, expanded bibliographies, enhanced illustrations and more in depth discussion of Roman Republic coins. 291 pages. Ancient Coin Collecting III: The Roman World - Politics and Propaganda (2nd ed.), Hard bound, ISBN 978-0-89689-478-5. Regularly $29.99, Our Price: $23.95
Explore one of the world's mightiest empires through its fascinating coinage, tracing a path of more than 700 years of expansion and upheaval, political intrigue and treachery, cultural enlightenment and decadence. Volume III traces Roman coins from the empire's origins in the third century B.C. to its final days in the fifth century A.D. Learn to attribute individual specimens while gaining valuable insight into a civilization that used its extensive coinage for disseminating political propaganda.
Nearly 100 pages have been added to the updated 2nd edition for the inclusion of questions and problems in Roman numismatics, new information about coins of some rare usurpers, expanded bibliographies, enhanced illustrations and more in depth discussion of Roman Republic coins. 291 pages.
Ancient Coin Collecting III: The Roman World - Politics and Propaganda (2nd ed.), Hard bound, ISBN 978-0-89689-478-5. Regularly $29.99, Our Price: $23.95
Ancient Coin Collecting IV: Roman Provincial Coins by Wayne G. Sayles. Published 1998 by Krause Publications.
The fourth volume of Sayles' ancient coin collecting series takes you on an adventurous road less traveled to the independent frontier mints of Spain, Gaul, Britain, Asia Minor, Syria, Egypt and others from the period of the emperor Augustus (27 B.C.) to the end of the 3rd Century A.D. Celebrate the festivals and color of the Roman Empire's far-flung provinces and enjoy their expressive coinage. 198 pages with more than 300 photographs. Ancient Coin Collecting IV: Roman Provincial Coins, Hard bound, ISBN 0-87341-552-3. Regularly $24.95, Our Price: $19.95
The fourth volume of Sayles' ancient coin collecting series takes you on an adventurous road less traveled to the independent frontier mints of Spain, Gaul, Britain, Asia Minor, Syria, Egypt and others from the period of the emperor Augustus (27 B.C.) to the end of the 3rd Century A.D. Celebrate the festivals and color of the Roman Empire's far-flung provinces and enjoy their expressive coinage. 198 pages with more than 300 photographs.
Ancient Coin Collecting IV: Roman Provincial Coins, Hard bound, ISBN 0-87341-552-3. Regularly $24.95, Our Price: $19.95
Ancient Coin Collecting V: The Romaion / Byzantine Culture by Wayne G. Sayles. Published 1998 by Krause Publications.
Explores the history and art of Byzantium from A.D. 491 to 1453. This incredible story, rife with religious and political conflict and the rise and fall of powerful dynasties, is surveyed through the coinage of the empire. Contrasts the artistic styles of Iconoclasm with traditional religious art and traces the evolution of Christian themes on coins of the period. Includes a special section on coins that imitate the Byzantine style by noted expert Peter Lampinen.197 pages. Ancient Coin Collecting V: The Romaion / Byzantine Culture, Hard bound, ISBN 0-87341-637-6. Regularly $24.95, Our Price: $19.95
Explores the history and art of Byzantium from A.D. 491 to 1453. This incredible story, rife with religious and political conflict and the rise and fall of powerful dynasties, is surveyed through the coinage of the empire. Contrasts the artistic styles of Iconoclasm with traditional religious art and traces the evolution of Christian themes on coins of the period. Includes a special section on coins that imitate the Byzantine style by noted expert Peter Lampinen.197 pages.
Ancient Coin Collecting V: The Romaion / Byzantine Culture, Hard bound, ISBN 0-87341-637-6. Regularly $24.95, Our Price: $19.95
Ancient Coin Collecting VI : Non-Classical Cultures by Wayne G. Sayles. Published 1999 by Krause Publications.
This final installment of Sayles' acclaimed series explores 1500 years of numismatic history from the land of Sheba to the Court of Ghengis Khan. Presented in an easy-to-use format consistent with the preceding five volumes, each culture is featured in its own section, with associated maps, bibliography and illustrations. Explore the Dark Ages and find pearls of enlightenment. Witness the rise and fall of great dynasties. Identify with confidence the treasures of the past. 197 pages. Ancient Coin Collecting VI : Non-Classical Cultures, Hard bound, ISBN 0-87341-753-4. Regularly $24.95, Our Price: $19.95
This final installment of Sayles' acclaimed series explores 1500 years of numismatic history from the land of Sheba to the Court of Ghengis Khan. Presented in an easy-to-use format consistent with the preceding five volumes, each culture is featured in its own section, with associated maps, bibliography and illustrations. Explore the Dark Ages and find pearls of enlightenment. Witness the rise and fall of great dynasties. Identify with confidence the treasures of the past. 197 pages.
Ancient Coin Collecting VI : Non-Classical Cultures, Hard bound, ISBN 0-87341-753-4. Regularly $24.95, Our Price: $19.95
Classical Deception - Counterfeits, Forgeries and Reproductions of Ancient Coins by Wayne G. Sayles. Published 2001 by Krause Publications.
Counterfeits are relatively common among ancient coins, and knowing where the dangers lie can save the collector or investor considerable money and frustration. Wayne Sayles, author of the acclaimed ancient coin collecting series (above), discusses how these spurious coins were made, profiles the careers of some of the greatest coin copiers, and reviews tools and techniques for ferreting out fake coins. 196 pages. Classical Deception - Counterfeits, Forgeries and Reproductions of Ancient Coins, Hard bound, ISBN 0-87341-968-5. Regularly $24.95, Our Price: $17.95
Counterfeits are relatively common among ancient coins, and knowing where the dangers lie can save the collector or investor considerable money and frustration. Wayne Sayles, author of the acclaimed ancient coin collecting series (above), discusses how these spurious coins were made, profiles the careers of some of the greatest coin copiers, and reviews tools and techniques for ferreting out fake coins. 196 pages.
Classical Deception - Counterfeits, Forgeries and Reproductions of Ancient Coins, Hard bound, ISBN 0-87341-968-5. Regularly $24.95, Our Price: $17.95
Money and coins are mentioned many times in the Bible. Have you ever wondered what the 30 pieces of silver given to Judas for his betrayal looked like? What about the widow's mites or the tribute penny? Today, these and other coins in use at the time are archaeological records that provide insight into Biblical events. Noted numismatist Kenneth Bressett explores coins mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments in the context of the fields of archaeology, geography, art, history and religion. 114 pages with hundreds of color photographs. Money of the Bible, Hard bound, ISBN 079482005-0. Regularly $29.95, Our Price: $27.95
Money and coins are mentioned many times in the Bible. Have you ever wondered what the 30 pieces of silver given to Judas for his betrayal looked like? What about the widow's mites or the tribute penny? Today, these and other coins in use at the time are archaeological records that provide insight into Biblical events. Noted numismatist Kenneth Bressett explores coins mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments in the context of the fields of archaeology, geography, art, history and religion. 114 pages with hundreds of color photographs.
Money of the Bible, Hard bound, ISBN 079482005-0. Regularly $29.95, Our Price: $27.95
The Early Dated Coins of Europe 1234-1500, Hard bound, ISBN 978-0-87184-600-6. Regularly $85.00, Our Price: $71.95
