The Initial Coinage of Bengal: Introduced by the Muhammadans on Their Conquest of the Country, A. H. 600 To 800 (1866)

The Initial Coinage of Bengal: Introduced by the Muhammadans on their Conquest of the Country, A.H. 600 to 800 is a book written by Edward Thomas and published in 1866. The book provides a comprehensive historical account of the introduction of the first coins in Bengal by the Muslim conquerors between the 7th and 9th centuries. The author describes the various types of coins that were used during this period and their significance in the economic and political landscape of Bengal. The book also sheds light on the cultural and social influences that shaped the coinage system in Bengal during this time. The author's research is based on a variety of historical sources, including archaeological findings, numismatic evidence, and literary accounts. The book is a valuable resource for historians, archaeologists, and scholars interested in the history of Bengal and the evolution of coinage systems in South Asia.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.