A Simple Souvenir: Coins and Medals of the Olympic Games
Book Details
Author(s)
Peter Van Alfen
Publisher
American Numismatic Society
ISBN / ASIN
0897222938
ISBN-13
9780897222938
Availability
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Sales Rank
#3,410,100
Category
Antiques & Collectibles
Marketplace
United States 🇺🇸
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Description
In this richly illustrated catalogue of the ANS exhibit, "Full Circle: The Olympic Heritage in Coins and Medals," the author examines the role that numismatic material relating to both the ancient and modern Games has played in social and political contexts. In addition to the introductory essay, the catalogue provides a brief overview of the history of the Games and discusses over 130 objects, including ancient Greek coins, vases and sporting equipment, as well as modern medals, coins, and Olympic ephemera.
