Author: Andrew Liddle
Publisher: Manohar Publishers
ISBN: 9788173049941
Category : Islamic coins
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A culmination of nearly eight years of extensive research, this book complements the history of Jahangir s Mughal coins with illustrations for a readable reference on the most sought-after Mughal coins, known for their exquisite beauty and craftsmanship. The book includes a catalog section on hundreds of different types of gold coins, silver coins, and copper coins, with images and illustrations for more than 600 total coins. The investigative approach of the author offers an appeal to numismatic scholars and academics in finding answers to some of their most baffling questions, and the book also gives special attention to hobbyists and collectors, including a chapter on forgeries that is especially helpful for new collectors."
Coins of Jahangir
Author: Andrew Liddle
Publisher: Manohar Publishers
ISBN: 9788173049941
Category : Islamic coins
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A culmination of nearly eight years of extensive research, this book complements the history of Jahangir s Mughal coins with illustrations for a readable reference on the most sought-after Mughal coins, known for their exquisite beauty and craftsmanship. The book includes a catalog section on hundreds of different types of gold coins, silver coins, and copper coins, with images and illustrations for more than 600 total coins. The investigative approach of the author offers an appeal to numismatic scholars and academics in finding answers to some of their most baffling questions, and the book also gives special attention to hobbyists and collectors, including a chapter on forgeries that is especially helpful for new collectors."
Publisher: Manohar Publishers
ISBN: 9788173049941
Category : Islamic coins
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
A culmination of nearly eight years of extensive research, this book complements the history of Jahangir s Mughal coins with illustrations for a readable reference on the most sought-after Mughal coins, known for their exquisite beauty and craftsmanship. The book includes a catalog section on hundreds of different types of gold coins, silver coins, and copper coins, with images and illustrations for more than 600 total coins. The investigative approach of the author offers an appeal to numismatic scholars and academics in finding answers to some of their most baffling questions, and the book also gives special attention to hobbyists and collectors, including a chapter on forgeries that is especially helpful for new collectors."
Empress: The Astonishing Reign of Nur Jahan
Author: Ruby Lal
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393635406
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
Finalist for the 2018 Los Angeles Times Book Prize in History "A luminous biography." —Rafia Zakaria, Guardian Four centuries ago, a Muslim woman ruled an empire. Nur Jahan, daughter of a Persian noble and widow of a subversive official, became the twentieth and most cherished wife of the Emperor Jahangir. Nur ruled the vast Mughal Empire alongside her husband, leading troops into battle, signing imperial orders, and astutely handling matters of the state. Acclaimed historian Ruby Lal uncovers the rich life and world of Nur Jahan, rescuing this dazzling figure from patriarchal and Orientalist clichés of romance and intrigue, and giving new insight into the lives of women and girls in the Mughal Empire. In Empress, Nur Jahan finally receives her due in a deeply researched and evocative biography that awakens us to a fascinating history.
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393635406
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 278
Book Description
Finalist for the 2018 Los Angeles Times Book Prize in History "A luminous biography." —Rafia Zakaria, Guardian Four centuries ago, a Muslim woman ruled an empire. Nur Jahan, daughter of a Persian noble and widow of a subversive official, became the twentieth and most cherished wife of the Emperor Jahangir. Nur ruled the vast Mughal Empire alongside her husband, leading troops into battle, signing imperial orders, and astutely handling matters of the state. Acclaimed historian Ruby Lal uncovers the rich life and world of Nur Jahan, rescuing this dazzling figure from patriarchal and Orientalist clichés of romance and intrigue, and giving new insight into the lives of women and girls in the Mughal Empire. In Empress, Nur Jahan finally receives her due in a deeply researched and evocative biography that awakens us to a fascinating history.
The Coins of India
Author: C. J. Brown
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coins, Indic
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coins, Indic
Languages : en
Pages : 166
Book Description
Catalogue of Coins in the Panjab Museum, Lahore
Author: Lahore Museum (Pakistan)
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coins
Languages : en
Pages : 616
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coins
Languages : en
Pages : 616
Book Description
The Coins of the Moghul Emperors of Hindustan in the British Museum
Author: British Museum. Department of Coins and Medals
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coins
Languages : en
Pages : 632
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coins
Languages : en
Pages : 632
Book Description
Coin-collecting in Northern India
Author: Charles J. Rodgers
Publisher: Asian Educational Services
ISBN: 9788120612389
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
Publisher: Asian Educational Services
ISBN: 9788120612389
Category : Antiques & Collectibles
Languages : en
Pages : 170
Book Description
The Coins of the Moghul Emperors of Hindustan
Author: Stanley Lane-Poole
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 630
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 630
Book Description
Jahangir's India, the Remonstrantie of Francisco Pelsaert
Author: Francisco Pelsaert
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agra
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Agra
Languages : en
Pages : 116
Book Description
Coins and Currency
Author: Mary Ellen Snodgrass
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476677964
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 407
Book Description
During ancient times currency took varied forms, including beaver skins, bales of tobacco, and sea salt blocks. As art and technology advanced, monetary systems and currencies altered. Today, coins and currency provide an historical and archeological record of culture, religion, politics, and world leaders. This updated second edition offers numerous entries of historical commentary on the role of coins and currency in human events, politics, and the arts. It begins with the origin of coins in ancient Sumer, and follows advancements in metallurgy and minting machines to paper, plastic, and electronic moneys designed to ease trade and halt counterfeiting and other forms of theft. A timeline of monetary history is provided along with a glossary and bibliography. Numerous photographs of coins and bills provide an up-close look at beautiful and ingenious artifacts.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476677964
Category : Business & Economics
Languages : en
Pages : 407
Book Description
During ancient times currency took varied forms, including beaver skins, bales of tobacco, and sea salt blocks. As art and technology advanced, monetary systems and currencies altered. Today, coins and currency provide an historical and archeological record of culture, religion, politics, and world leaders. This updated second edition offers numerous entries of historical commentary on the role of coins and currency in human events, politics, and the arts. It begins with the origin of coins in ancient Sumer, and follows advancements in metallurgy and minting machines to paper, plastic, and electronic moneys designed to ease trade and halt counterfeiting and other forms of theft. A timeline of monetary history is provided along with a glossary and bibliography. Numerous photographs of coins and bills provide an up-close look at beautiful and ingenious artifacts.
Catalogue of the Coins in the Indian Museum, Calcutta
Author: Indian Museum
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coins, Indic
Languages : en
Pages : 498
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Coins, Indic
Languages : en
Pages : 498
Book Description