Kushano Sasanian Coins [Hardcover]

Description

Kushano Sasanian Coins is a definitive work on the numismatic heritage of the Kushano-Sasanian Empire, a fascinating period when Kushan and Sasanian influences converged in Central Asia and the Indian subcontinent. Ernst Herzfeld, a preeminent scholar of ancient Near Eastern history and archaeology, meticulously documents and analyzes the coinage systems of this complex historical period.

The volume provides detailed catalogues, high-quality illustrations, and expert commentary on coin designs, inscriptions, and metallurgical composition. Through numismatic evidence, Herzfeld illuminates the political, economic, and cultural dynamics of this transitional era. The work addresses questions of chronology, territorial control, and the interactions between competing empires.

This hardcover edition from Gyan Publishing House is an indispensable resource for numismatists, historians, archaeologists, and collectors interested in ancient Asian history and coin studies. It combines rigorous scholarship with accessible presentation, making it valuable for both academic research and serious collecting.