Alexander the Great and the Mystery of the Elephant Medallions

Author/creator Holt, Frank L. Author
Format Electronic
Publication InfoBerkeley : University of California Press Ewing : California Princeton Fulfillment Services [Distributor]
Description217 p. ill 08.750x05.750 in.
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Subjects

SeriesHellenistic Culture and Society Ser.
Summary Annotation A rare set of coin medallions is used to analyze Alexander the Great's reputation for invinceability in war. The book's backbone is the history of the discovery and interpretation of these medallions, to which are added the extraordinary story of Alexander, and a brief introduction to the science of numismatics.
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Technical detailsMode of access: World Wide Web
Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2003008772
ISBN9780520244832
ISBN0520244834 (Trade Paper) Active Record
Standard identifier# 9780520244832
Stock number00027125