Gold in the Ancient World by Jenifer Marx
Discover How Gold Shaped the World’s Earliest Civilizations
Journey through thousands of years of human history with Gold in the Ancient World by acclaimed author Jenifer Marx. This fascinating historical work explores how gold influenced the growth, wealth, religion, art, trade, and political power of the ancient world. From the golden treasures of Egyptian pharaohs to the skilled goldsmiths of Greece, Rome, Mesopotamia, and other early cultures, this book reveals why gold became one of civilization’s most treasured materials.
Written in an engaging and easy-to-read style, Gold in the Ancient World examines the discovery, mining, craftsmanship, and cultural importance of gold across ancient civilizations. Readers will discover how rulers used gold to demonstrate wealth and authority, how merchants helped move it across early trade routes, and how artisans transformed it into coins, jewelry, religious objects, and royal treasures.
Featuring dozens of black-and-white and color images, this book is an excellent resource for gold prospectors, treasure hunters, metal detectorists, coin collectors, historians, and anyone fascinated by ancient civilizations and the enduring appeal of gold.
Perfect For
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Gold prospectors
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Treasure hunters
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Metal detectorists
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Ancient-history enthusiasts
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Coin collectors
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Jewelry and artifact collectors
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Archaeology enthusiasts
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Mining-history enthusiasts
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Students
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Teachers
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Museum enthusiasts
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Gold enthusiasts
What You’ll Discover
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The importance of gold in ancient civilizations
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Gold mining and recovery methods used in the ancient world
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The golden treasures of Egyptian pharaohs
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Gold in ancient Greece and Rome
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The role of gold in Mesopotamia and the Mediterranean
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Early gold coins, jewelry, ornaments, and ceremonial objects
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Ancient goldsmithing and decorative techniques
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Gold’s influence on religion, royalty, trade, and political power
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How gold traveled along ancient trade routes
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The connection between gold, conquest, wealth, and empire
Features
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Written by Jenifer Marx
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Comprehensive history of gold in the ancient world
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Covers multiple early civilizations and cultures
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Includes 84 black-and-white and color images
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Easy-to-read historical narrative
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Companion volume to Gold of the Americas
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Ideal for casual readers, collectors, and history enthusiasts
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290 pages
Benefits
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Gain a deeper understanding of gold’s impact on ancient civilization
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Learn how early cultures discovered, mined, traded, and worked gold
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Better understand the history behind ancient gold coins and artifacts
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Explore the connection between gold, religion, royalty, and political power
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Add a valuable reference to your prospecting or treasure-hunting library
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Develop a greater appreciation for the historical importance of gold
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Inspire future prospecting, collecting, and historical research
Recommended Accessories
Complete your prospecting and history library with:
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Gold of the Americas by Jenifer Marx
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Where to Find Gold & Gems in Nevada by James Klein
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Placer Gold Deposits of Nevada
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A Guide to Gold Panning in Utah
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Gold Panning the Pacific Northwest
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Garrett Gold Panning Kit
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1849 Gold Pan – Made in the USA
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Gold Collection Vials
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10X Triplet Jeweler’s Loupe
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Field Notebook
Specifications
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Title: Gold in the Ancient World
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Subtitle: How It Influenced Civilization
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Author: Jenifer Marx
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Publisher: RAM Books
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Format: Softcover
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Pages: 290
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Dimensions: 5.5 × 8.5 inches
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Illustrations: 84 black-and-white and color images
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Language: English
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Subject: Ancient Gold, World History, Archaeology, Mining History & Treasure
What’s Included
Why Buy From High Plains Prospectors?
At High Plains Prospectors, we believe understanding the history of gold makes every prospecting and treasure-hunting adventure more meaningful. Gold in the Ancient World tells the remarkable story of how gold influenced religion, commerce, craftsmanship, royalty, and the rise of early civilizations. Whether you’re a prospector, detectorist, collector, historian, or simply fascinated by humanity’s enduring search for gold, this informative and beautifully illustrated book is a valuable addition to your library.
By Jenifer Marx - covers the impact of gold on the civilization of man. Loaded with colorful pictures and insightful stories on the impact of gold on the history of man.
