Sidrys, Raymond V.
The Mysterious Spheres on Greek and Roman Ancient Coins
- ISBN 13:
- 9781789697902
- author:
- Sidrys, Raymond V.
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Archaeopress
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 284
- Dimensions:
- 24.5 x 17.5 centimeters
- Genre:
- History, Ancient, Greece,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
The mysterious sphere images on ancient coins offer a fascinating glimpse into the cultural and religious practices of the past. This book explores the significance of these enigmatic symbols on Roman and Greek coins, revealing new insights into the political, cultural, and religious trends of the time. The author delves into the world of ancient coinage, examining the sphere images on over 1,000 coins, including 257 illustrations of spheres shown on Roman coins. By analyzing these images, the author identifies patterns and trends that shed light on the artistic, symbolic, and ideological influences of the time. The book also includes 109 images of statues, reliefs, mosaics, and other ancient art, providing a rich visual context for the discussion. From the early astronomers of ancient Greece to the Christian emperors of Rome, the sphere images on ancient coins reveal a complex and evolving narrative of artistic, symbolic, and ideological expression.
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