Gerard van Loon - Hedendaagsche Penningkunde -
Mr. Gerard van Loon, Hedendaagsche penningkunde, zynde eene verhandeling van den oorsprong van 't geld, de opkomst en 't onderscheyd der gedenkpenningen; den aardt en de rekenwyze der legpenningen; de wyze van 't syfferen der ouden, den oorspronk der syfferletteren, toverpenningen en noodmunten: midsgaders van de vaste grondregelen, die in 't ontwerpen, vergaderen, schikken en behandelen der penningen moeten worden inachtgenomen - . 's Gravenhage: Christiaan van Lom. Dimensions: cm. Weight approx. grams. Hardcover. 289 pp, preceded by preface. After the numbered pages an index of inscriptions, and an index of main subjects. Reprint of the original from . Half-leather binding with marbled boards. Spine with 6 raised bands and gilt print, with title vignette.With several engraved illustrations of the coins which are discussed in the book. Furthermore images with sample calculations. Very comprehensive treatise on coins and medals, written by lawyer and historian Gerard van Loon, an enthusiastic coin collector.Condition: The book is in good condition. The bookblock is solid and firmly bound. Scuffs and wear on the cover, especially at the bottom of the front. The corners are slightly worn. Small tear in top of spine. Spine also somewhat rubbed. Moderate moisture damage at the top left front cover. The interior of the book is in good condition, with signs of use. The paper shows various degrees of discolouration throughout the book. In addition, some minor foxing throughout the book, and occasional small tears in the margin. The bookblock somewhat cockled throughout the book (see pictures). With name in pen on title page. Rare!Will be sent by registered mail. Read More