Publisher's Synopsis
""History of Jewish Coinage and of Money in the Old and New Testament"" is a comprehensive book written by Frederic William Madden in 1864. The book covers the history of Jewish coinage and money in the Old and New Testament. It is a detailed account of the coins and currency used by the Jewish people throughout history, including during the times of the Bible.The book starts with an introduction to the history of Jewish money, including the use of shekels, drachmas, and talents. It then goes on to describe the history of Jewish coinage, including the coins used during the reigns of the various Jewish kings and during the time of the Second Temple.The author also provides detailed information about the coins used during the time of the New Testament, including the coins used in the Roman Empire and the coins used in Jerusalem during the time of Jesus.The book is well-researched and provides a wealth of information for anyone interested in the history of Jewish coinage and money in the Old and New Testament. It is a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the history of the Jewish people and their culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
