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About The Book: "Coins of the Romans Relating to Britain," authored by John Yonge Akerman in 1836, serves as a comprehensive guide to Roman coins minted during their occupation of Britain. The book offers detailed descriptions of these coins, including inscriptions and historical significance, providing insights into the Roman economy and the broader context of coinage in the Roman Empire. Divided into chapters, it covers various aspects of Roman coinage in Britain, such as mints, coin types, and legends. With detailed illustrations, a glossary, and references, Akerman's work is an invaluable resource for historians and numismatists, offering a glimpse into the economic and cultural life of Roman Britain. About The Author: John Yonge Akerman FSA (1806–1873) was an English antiquarian specializing primarily in numismatics and wrote under the pseudonym Paul Pindar. Akerman served as secretary to William Cobbett, the London and Greenwich Railway Company, and later to Lord Albert Conyngham (later Lord Londesborough). Elected a fellow of the Society of Antiquaries in January 1834, he later became joint secretary, then sole secretary. Akerman initiated the Numismatic Journal in 1836 and played a key role in establishing the Numismatic Society of London, serving as its secretary and journal editor until 1860. The Title 'Coins of the Romans Relating to Britain Described and Illustrated written/authored/edited by John Yonge Akerman', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9788121281140 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 201 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Coins. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-