Paul-Francis Jacquier Numismatique Antique
Auction 43 15 Sep 2017
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MONOGRAPHS. Lanckoroński, Leo and Maria. Schönes Geld der Alten Welt. Ausgewählte Meisterstücke griechischer Münzkunst. Munich 1935. 8vo (16x23cm), hardbound illustrated boards with illustrated dust jacket; 98 pages, photo enlargements throughout. Jacket repaired otherwise Good to Very Good. CS 3561, Daehn 1173
A note from BCD: When the text of a book on Greek coins starts with a quotation from Goethe, it is to be expected that "Beauty" in the absolute sense of the word will be the main subject. And yet, the author, with his clear and refined style manages to propel us all the way to the realm of myth. He does this by passing through history and the end result is no mean achievement. This is what makes this jewel of a book something to treasure.
Estimation: € 15
A note from BCD: When the text of a book on Greek coins starts with a quotation from Goethe, it is to be expected that "Beauty" in the absolute sense of the word will be the main subject. And yet, the author, with his clear and refined style manages to propel us all the way to the realm of myth. He does this by passing through history and the end result is no mean achievement. This is what makes this jewel of a book something to treasure.
Estimation: € 15