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Handbook of Islamic Coins. Michael Broome. London, Seaby Publications Ltd., 1985. Hardback, 230 pages, gilt-titled, in the publisher?s dust jacket. ISBN 0-900652-66-7. A practical, well-organised guide to Islamic coinage from the earliest issues through the medieval period and beyond, arranged to help with attribution by dynasty, region, ruler, mint, and date. It opens with a clear introduction to reading Arabic legends (with transliteration), numerals and dating, mint names, titulature and common formulas, with notes on denominations, metals, fabric, and weights, then surveys the principal dynasties across the Islamic world with concise type descriptions and helpful historical context. Strong photographic plates support quick comparison of calligraphy and designs, making it a dependable desk reference as well as an accessible overview. A clean, sharp copy with a bright jacket and crisp, unmarked pages. |
A$40 (US$28) (€24) (£22) |
A$100 (US$71) (€61) (£54) |
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