An Introduction to Commemorative Medals by Christopher Eimer

Medals are fast becoming a subject of growing interest, with their value as works of art and as historical records becoming more fully recognised. The pleasures involved in collecting medals are vividly captured by the enthusiasm of the author, whose approach makes this an ideal book for those requiring an introduction to the subject, setting them in their European context. It will also be of interest to a wide range of readers, covering as it does the stories that lie behind the medals, the events in which they commemorate and the images in which they illustrate.