| Description |
Humphreys, Henry Noel. Ancient Coins and Medals: An Historical Sketch of the Origin and Progress of Coining Money.. First edition. London, 1850. Bound in two volumes. 8vo, later maroon half morocco, gilt. (4), iv, 208, (2) pages; errata leaf tipped in; two-color steel-engraved Barclay advertising medallion plate bound in at the end; occasional text illustrations; 10 remarkable embossed plates comprising gold, silver and copper or bronze foil coin facsimiles in full relief, each with a facing leaf of descriptive text. Much above average for this title; near fine. Estimate $250. Ex: George F. Kolbe (12/1994). Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Auctions 11/2018 (Newman XI), lot15890 (realized $384).
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