Indian Silver Punchmarked Coins

Indian Silver Punchmarked Coins
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Total Pages : 146
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ISBN-10 : UVA:X001106761
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Synopsis Indian Silver Punchmarked Coins by : Parmeshwari Lal Gupta

Indian Punch-marked Coins

Indian Punch-marked Coins
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Total Pages : 188
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015029099671
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Synopsis Indian Punch-marked Coins by : Bhanu Agrawal

Indian Numismatics

Indian Numismatics
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Publisher : Orient Blackswan
Total Pages : 182
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ISBN-10 : 0861310187
ISBN-13 : 9780861310180
Rating : 4/5 (87 Downloads)

Synopsis Indian Numismatics by : Damodar Dharmanand Kosambi

This Volume Brings Together Twelve Of Kosambi`S Major Essays On The Statistical And Analysical Study Of Coins From Ancient India.

Indian Silver Punchmarked Coins

Indian Silver Punchmarked Coins
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Total Pages : 144
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ISBN-10 : UOM:39015020793553
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Synopsis Indian Silver Punchmarked Coins by : Parmeshwari Lal Gupta

A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India

A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India
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Publisher : Pearson Education India
Total Pages : 708
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ISBN-10 : 813171120X
ISBN-13 : 9788131711200
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Synopsis A History of Ancient and Early Medieval India by : Upinder Singh

Basic Approach Developed as a comprehensive introductory work for scholars and students of ancient and early medieval Indian history, this books provides the most exhaustive overview of the subject. Dividing the vast historical expanse from the stone age to the 12th century into broad chronological units, it constructs profiles of various geographical regions of the subcontinent, weaving together and analysing an unparalleled range of literary and archaeological evidence. Dealing with prehistory and protohistory of the subcontinent in considerable detail, the narrative of the historical period breaks away from conventional text-based history writing. Providing a window into the world primary sources, it incorporates a large volume of archaeological data, along with literary, epigraphic, and numismatic evidence. Revealing the ways in which our past is constructed, it explains fundamental concepts, and illuminates contemporary debates, discoveries, and research. Situating prevailing historical debates in their contexts, Ancient and Early Medieval India presents balanced assessments, encouraging readers to independently evaluate theories, evidence, and arguments. Beautifully illustrated with over four hundred photographs, maps, and figures, Ancient and Early Medieval India helps visualize and understand the extraordinarily rich and varied remains of the ancient past of Indian subcontinent. It offers a scholarly and nuanced yet lucid account of India s early past, and will surely transform the discovery of this past into an exciting experience. Tabel of Contents List of photographs List of maps List of figures About the author Preface Acknowledgements A readers guide 1. Understanding Literary and Archaeological Sources 2. Hunter-Gatherers of the Palaeolithic and Mesolithic Ages 3. The Transition to Food Production: Neolithic,Neolithic Chalcolithic, and Chalcolithic Villages, c. 7000 2000 bce 4. The Harappan Civilization, c. 2600 1900 bce 5. Cultural Transitions: Images from Texts and Archaeology, c. 2000 600 bce 6. Cities, Kings, and Renunciants: North India, c. 600 300 bce 7. Power and Piety: The Maurya Empire, c. 324 187 bce 8. Interaction and Innovation, c. 200 BCE 300 ce 9. Aesthetics and Empire, c. 300 600 ce 10. Emerging Regional Configurations, c. 600 1200 ce Note on diacritics Glossary Further readings References Index Author Bio Upinder Singh is Professor in the Department of History at the University of Delhi. She taught history at St. Stephen s College, Delhi, from 1981 until 2004, after which she joined the faculty of the Department of History at the University of Delhi. Professor Singh s wide range of research interests and expertise include the analysis of ancient and early medieval inscriptions; social and economic history; religious institutions and patrona≥ history of archaeology; and modern history of ancient monuments. Her research papers have been published in various national and international journals. Her published books include: Kings, Brahmanas, and Temples in Orissa: An Epigraphic Study (AD 300 1147) (1994); Ancient Delhi (1999; 2nd edn., 2006); a book for children, Mysteries of the Past: Archaeological Sites in India (2002); The Discovery of Ancient India: Early Archaeologists and the Beginnings of Archaeology (2004); and Delhi: Ancient History (edited, 2006).

Coins

Coins
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Total Pages : 358
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ISBN-10 : IND:30000101520769
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Synopsis Coins by : Parmeshwari Lal Gupta

A concise, straight forward and readable survey of the coinage of india from the beginning to the present time. Besides playing a vital role in illuminating history, coins also have an aesthis and artistic value reflecting the workmanship of their times.

Studies in Indian Coins

Studies in Indian Coins
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Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publishe
Total Pages : 468
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ISBN-10 : 8120829735
ISBN-13 : 9788120829732
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Synopsis Studies in Indian Coins by : D.C. Sircar

The present book is an authoritative and authentic source for the study of Indian coins. It not only describes the coins but also studies them critically in all their aspects. The points which are dealth with here are on numismatic studies in India; Satamana and Sana; Kautilya and Buddhaghosa on coins; silver coins of Vasisthiputra Satakarni; alleged coins of the Mahisa kings; coins of semi-independent rulers; date of Isvaradatta's coins; Petluripalem hoard; some problems of tribal coins; coins of Kumaragupta I, Harigupta and Ramagupta; coins of Muhammad bin Sam and Prthviraja; coins of Kakatiya Prataparudra I; Gajapati Pagoda, Ganga Fanam and Ramatanka; coins of Bhairavasimha; Maratha mint under the Peshwas; Cowrie-shell, rupee and pice. In describing the features of a particular class of coins from the standpoint of standard, style and fabric or in discussing the significance of the numismatic terms, the author has utilized the literary data which have a bearing on them.

Transitions – History and Civics – 6

Transitions – History and Civics – 6
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Publisher : Vikas Publishing House
Total Pages : 189
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ISBN-10 : 9789325993945
ISBN-13 : 9325993945
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Synopsis Transitions – History and Civics – 6 by : Anuradha Sud

Transitions brings alive History and Civics for learners and transforms these subjects into an exciting journey. The books strictly follow the guidelines of the Inter State Board for Anglo-Indian Education and the ICSE Board. The series fosters a sense of history in young learners by reconstructing the past and introduces young minds to people and events from the past. It also makes students feel responsible towards their surroundings and fellow beings.