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From bes to Bitcoin: alternative currencies in the ancient Roman world
Be it Bristol or Brixton, in recent years a number of cities in Britain have developed their own alternative, local currencies. Intended to support independent businesses, these currencies work alongside pounds sterling to encourage more money to be spent in the local economy. But, as historian Clare Rowan explains, the concept is anything but modern – in fact, alternative currencies date back as far as ancient Rome…
The design of money reflects how we see the society and culture that we live in, says Dr Clare Rowan
Dr Claire Rowan, History of currency and numismatics expert in the UNiversity of Warwick Classics and Ancient History department comments on the introduction of the new polymer five pound notes.
Warwick Classics academics contribute to biggest selling History magazine
This year several of the university’s academics from the Classics & Ancient History department have contributed to BBC History Magazine.
Caesar's elephant and Usekerte–Osicerda
Dr Clare Rowan, Research Fellow in Numismatics, presents Warwick Department of Classics and Ancient History's Coin of the Month: Osicerda (1292-3) imitating Julius Caesar's elephant and 'snake' coin struck in 49 BC.
Severus Alexander and Amaseia
Dr Clare Rowan, Research Fellow in Numismatics, presents Warwick Department of Classics and Ancient History's Coin of the Month: Severus Alexander showing the city of Amaseia.