| Coins and Currency: An Historical Encyclopedia Contributor(s): Snodgrass, Mary Ellen (Author) |
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ISBN: 0786431172 ISBN-13: 9780786431175 Publisher: McFarland & Company OUR PRICE: $49.45 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2007 Annotation: During ancient times currency took many forms, including such varied items as beaver skins and sea salt blocks. As societies made technological and artistic advancements, their monetary systems and currencies advanced as well. Today, coins and currency are an important part of the historical and archaeological record, providing information regarding the culture, religion, interests, and major leaders of societies throughout the world. This reference work offers numerous entries of on the role of coins and currency in human events, politics, and the arts. Not only does this sourcebook cover the evolution and circulation of money throughout history, it also includes biographical information on the designers of coins and the creators of various monetary systems. A timeline of important events in the history of money is included, along with a glossary and bibliography. Photographs of coins and bills enhance the text, providing an up-close look at many beautiful artifacts. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Antiques & Collectibles | Coins, Currency & Medals - Antiques & Collectibles | Reference - General |
| Dewey: 737.403 |
| Physical Information: 1.19" H x 6.97" W x 9.96" (2.19 lbs) 562 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: With a compilation of information that has never before been available in one source, this exhaustive reference work provides complete published election returns for all popular Congressional elections, including special elections, in the United States--over 36,000 since 1788. For all candidates, party affiliation, number of votes received, and percentage of popular vote are given. A brief history of congressional elections is provided, outlining the variations between states in the early years and detailing the changes caused by the Civil War and the Reconstruction era. |