A Simple Souvenir: Coins and Medals of the Olympic Games

by Peter Van Alfen

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780897222938
Publisher:	American Numismatic Society
Publication date:	08/30/2004
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 10.10(h) x 0.80(d)

Editorial Reviews

Peter Van Alfen is to be congratualted on giving us such a well-illustrated and readable book.'

British Numismatic Journal, 75, 2005 - D Fearon

Lurking behind this title is a very interesting and beautifully illustrated exhibition catalogue.'

The Journal of Classics Teaching, 2004 - Alan Beale