Greek Coins and their Parent Cities. By John Ward. (John
Murray. 25s. net.)—This volume consists of two parts. The first consists of a descriptive catalogue of the coins in Mr. Ward's collection, drawn up by Mr. G. F. Hill, himself a numismatologist of considerable reputation. The metal, weight, head or symbol. with inscription, &c., are given, and there are admirably executed reproductions, showing both obverse and reverse. In the second part we have "Imaginary Rambles in Hellenic Lands," by Mr. Ward himself, in which the circum- stances, so to speak, of the coins are given. Here also we have illustrations, statues, temples, theatres, &c., with landscapes representing the modern aspects of places mentioned. These sketches are pleasantly written, and testify to the vivid interest which Mr. Ward feels in modern researches into the past. The public is greatly indebted to collectors who thus do their best to make the public sharers in their possessions.
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