The Coinages of the Channel Islands by B. Lowsley
QR code
"The Coinages of the Channel Islands" by Lieutenant-Colonel B. Lowsley is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the evolution of coinage in the Channel Islands, diving into the region's past and the various foreign influences that shaped its monetary system over the centuries. The author, an experienced numismatist, intends to document the intricate history of these coins, the cultures that minted them, and their relevance in
the local economy. The opening of the publication begins with a contextual overview of the Channel Islands, discussing their early inhabitants and drawing connections to their numismatic history. Lowsley references ancient tribes and their connection to the islands, suggesting the prevalence of Gaulish and Roman coins before moving into a more detailed examination of the different types of coinages used over time. He highlights the lack of royal mints, emphasizes local adaptations of foreign currencies, and introduces various historical figures and events relevant to the islands’ coinages, setting a strong foundation for the intricate analyses that are sure to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Download for free
For your e-reader or reading app — Kindle, Kobo, Apple Books, Calibre etc.
Kindle → Use Send-to-Kindle
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Upload it on the Amazon site your Kindle is registered with: amazon.com/sendtokindle for the US, amazon.co.uk/sendtokindle for the UK etc.
- It appears on your Kindle and in the Kindle app
Kobo, Nook etc. → Transfer via USB
- Download the EPUB3 file on your computer
- Connect your e-reader by USB and tap "Connect" on its screen
- Drag the file onto the e-reader drive
Phone, Tablet or Computer → Online or Reading App
Easiest: read online in your browser. Nothing to install.
Or use a reading app:
- Find and install one you like, for example Apple Books, ReadEra or Thorium Reader
- Download the EPUB3 file above
- Open it in the app
More help: iPhone / iPad · Android · Computer
Other formats & older devices
There may be more files related to this item.
About this eBook
| Author | Lowsley, B. |
|---|---|
| Title | The Coinages of the Channel Islands |
| Credits |
Produced by Steven Gibbs, Woodie4 and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | CJ: History: Numismatics |
| Subject | Coins -- Channel Islands |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 29157 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-29157-4 |
| Release Date | Jun 18, 2009 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 551 downloads in the last 30 days. |
Project Gutenberg eBooks are always free!