Studies in Numismatic Method: Presented to Philip Grierson (Volume 0)

Brooke, C. N. L.; Stewart, B. H. I.; Pollard, J. G.; Volk, T. R.

ISBN 10: 0521091330 / ISBN 13: 9780521091336

Published by Cambridge University Press, 2008

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Studies in Numismatic Method: Presented to Philip Grierson (Volume 0)
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0521091330
• ISBN 13: 9780521091336
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

Coins are one of the most abundant sources for our study of the past, yet their value as historical evidence is relatively neglected because of a general lack of knowledge of numismatic techniques. This volume of essays, offered by a circle of friends, colleagues and pupils working in Britain, Europe and North America, is intended to pay tribute to Philip Grierson's unique contribution to the study of numismatic method. A medievalist by training, through his wide-ranging interests in coins and coinage Grierson has commanded the respect of historians and numismatists of all periods for the originality and good sense of his prolific scholarship. More than any other living scholar, he has been responsible for making available an understanding of numismatic expertise to specialist and non-specialist audiences.

Book Description

Coins are one of the most abundant sources for our study of the past, yet their value as historical evidence is relatively neglected because of a general lack of knowledge of numismatic techniques. This volume of essays, offered by a circle of friends, colleagues and pupils working in Britain, Europe and North America, is intended to pay tribute to Philip Grierson's unique contribution to the study of numismatic method.