The coin atlas : the world of coinage from its origins to the present day
Joe Cribb, Barrie Cook (Author), Ian Carradice (Author), John Flower (Cartographer), American Numismatic Association (Writer of introduction)
Written by coin curators at the British Museum, this atlas traces the almost 3000-year history and evolution of coinage in 200 modern nations. Selected coins from each country are described, along with significant political or commercial events which influenced the direction of that nation's currency. Neither an in-depth monetary history nor a catalog of every coin struck, this book's value is in providing a comprehensive overview and documenting the coinage histories of smaller nations, which are often difficult to locate. Excellent graphics and color coin photography augment the text, which should appeal to general readers and collectors
Print Book, English, ©1990
Facts on File, New York, ©1990