FRSEMR 37n - What's in a Coin? The World of Numismatics

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Harvard University

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This seminar offers a hands-on introduction to the world of ancient coins using the collections of the Harvard Art Museums. Ancient coins are important objects of material culture as well as original works of art in miniature. They give clues about the history, geography and religion of the ancient world: by looking at them in detail we can learn about Greek and Roman portraiture, political propaganda, and the myths and legends of that time.

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4.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.harvard.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 495-1000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

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Semester

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