Medals of the British army and how they were won

1861 Medals of British Army COINS Numismatics India China Egypt Africa 3v SET

Thomas Carter's "Medals of the British Army" is a rare set of books on the history of English numismatics. Originally published as part of the American Numismatics Society, this work describes in detail the findings and discoveries of the British army in their campaigns all over the world. It includes artifacts and coins found in Egypt, Crimea, South Africa, India, and China, as well as numerous other small countries. This exquisite first edition includes impressive color engravings.

Item number: #16072

Price: $550

CARTER, Thomas

Medals of the British army and how they were won

London : Groombridge, 1861.

Details:

· Collation: Complete with all pages; 3 volumes

o Vol. I – viii, 185, [1]

6 plates

o Vol. II – viii, 191, [1]

6 plates

o Vol. III – viii, 192, [2]

6 plates

· Provenance: Bookplate

o Bookplate – Walter Henry Harris

o Bookplate – David Bullowa - David Bullowa (1912-1953) was an American numismatist and coin dealer. He wrote and collaborated on nearly 60 books on a wide variety of topics which are listed in the American Numismatic Association Library catalogue, with a particular interest in commemorative coins and paper money. He was inducted into the American Numismatic Association Hall of Fame in 1978.

· Language: English

· Binding: Hardcover; tight and secure

o Red cloth

· Size: ~8.75in X 5.75in (22cm x 14.5cm)

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