1614 Numismatics Weights Measures antique DE PONDERIBUS PRETIIS VETERUM NUMMORUM

img{max-width:100%}1614, Numismatics, Weights and Measures Brerewood, Edward. DE PONDERIBUS, ET PRETIIS VETERUM NUMMORUM.... London: John Bill, 1614 Size 7.25" x 5.75" [8], 56 pp. Rebound in 1/4 calf over marbled boards. First edition of this work on weights and measures. Compares the weights/coinage of the Jews, Greeks, Romans and Byzantines; also includes a chapter on the metals and alloys used by the ancients. The author was the first Gresham professor of astronomy and a distinguished mathematician and antiquary; the present work was edited by his son, Robert Brerewood. Some margins tattered near front and back with some slight loss of neatlines or marginal notes, corners bumped/rounded, dust-soiling and light stains to first/last couple of leaves Text in Latin Refund Policy: We will issue a FULL REFUND, 100% money back if you are not satisfied with your purchase. Items must be returned to us within 20 days in order to receive a refund or replacement. Buyer is responsible for the shipping costs. Powered by SixBit's eCommerce Solution