Description
- ISBN-13: 9789394262911
- Publisher: Manohar Publishers & Distributors
- ISBN-10: 9394262911
- Publisher Date: 01-Jan-2023
Original price was: ₹995.00.₹746.00Current price is: ₹746.00.
Explore the numismatic legacy of Haidar Ali & Tipu Sultan in J.R. Henderson’s 1921 classic, ‘The Coins of Haidar Ali and Tipu Sultan.’ This reprinted edition delves into the coinage of the Mysore sultans, showcasing inscriptions and detailed coin plates from major museum collections. Discover the economic and metallurgical history of 18th-century South India. A must-read for numismatists and history enthusiasts.
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Akif M –
Invaluable resource for studying Mysore coinage. The plates are a real treasure. Glad I added it to my collection.
Yashika Sharma –
Comprehensive and detailed. Sometimes felt repetitive, but the information is excellent. The inscriptions were clearly printed.
Gungun –
An essential book for anyone interested in the coinage of Mysore! The historical context is insightful. A great addition.
Sreepada Manissha –
A classic for a reason. Henderson’s work is foundational to the study of these coins. Very informative and detailed.
Tanya Yadav –
Fascinating glimpse into the coins of Haidar Ali and Tipu Sultan. Henderson’s work, though old, remains relevant.
Devashish Chaudhary –
A decent starting point, but it is an older book. Supplement with more recent scholarship for a complete picture.
Samridhi Khanna –
While informative, the book can be dry at times. Henderson’s style doesn’t always make for easy reading, but the content is solid.
Abhishek Chaudhary –
The reprinted edition is a great service to numismatic scholars. It is a very focused book and could use more pictures.
Piyush Ojha –
An interesting read, especially for coin enthusiasts. A little bit difficult to grasp at first. But, worth it for the information.
Abhay Kumar Maurya –
Good reference book for numismatists. Some of the images are not very clear. Otherwise a very helpful book to learn the coin.
Sumit Gupta –
Excellent detailed coin information. I was hoping for more on the historical context and cultural impacts. But overall a good read.
Jatin Bajpai –
Happy to find such a detailed resource! Exactly what I was looking for to deepen my knowledge of Tipu Sultan’s coinage.
Sourav Singh –
A must-have for collectors! Henderson provides detailed descriptions. Could be better with updated analysis.
Ishan Srivastava –
A bit dense, but a very helpful resource. Be prepared for some seriously old-fashioned writing! Good for serious study.
Ashish Kumar –
A decent overview, but the language is quite dated. Still, a valuable resource for serious collectors. The coin plates are helpful.