Notes Upon the Collection of Coins and Medals Deposited by the Numismatic and Antiquarian Society of Philadelphia (Classic Reprint)

Henry Phillips Jr.

ISBN 10: 0266905323 / ISBN 13: 9780266905325

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Notes Upon the Collection of Coins and Medals Deposited by the Numismatic and Antiquarian Society of Philadelphia (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266905323
• ISBN 13: 9780266905325
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Notes Upon the Collection of Coins and Medals Deposited by the Numismatic and Antiquarian Society of Philadelphia offers a detailed look at a treasured Philadelphia collection.

This volume surveys a wide range of coins and medals, from early coins of Rome to modern pieces, with notes on origins, design, and historical context.

The text catalogs examples from royal and civic issues, battlefield tokens, and commemorative pieces, including medals tied to kings, wars, scientists, and cultural milestones. It also describes the making of medals, from plaster casts and hubs to dies, and explains the insignia and symbolism found on seals and emblems. Along the way, the author discusses questions of authenticity and attribution for notable papal and European pieces.
What you’ll experience

• A broad survey of coins and medals across eras and regions, from Rome to Britain, France, Spain, and beyond
• Insights into medal production, including casts, hubs, dies, and proof impressions
• Notes on key pieces, typologies, and celebrated figures featured in the collection
• Commentary on the history and symbolism behind seals, crests, and thematic programs

Ideal for readers who love numismatics, medal collecting, and the history of art and currency.