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1524, LEONARDO DE PORTIS, ROMAN FINANCIAL & MILITARY SYSTEMS, POST-INCUNABULA

Description: [de Portis, Leonardo] Leonardi Portii Iurisconsulti Vicet̃ini de Sestertio, Talet̃is, Pecuniis, Pod̃eribus, Mes̃uris, Stiped̃iis militaribus antiquis ac prouinciarum, regum, populi Romani Caesaruq̃ue redditibus, libri duo, in quibus complura loca scriptoru ̃clariss ; Plinii, Columellae, Celsi, Liuii, Iuuenalis tum acri iuditio tu ̃exquisitiori doctrina castigantur, aperiut̃ur, illustrantur ; Praeterea additus est Index rerum & uerborum, quae hoc in opere digniora scitu uisa sunt Roma [Rome]: In aedibus F. Minitii Calvi 1524 Octavo, [4], 66, [7] pages, bound in later decorative paper covered boards. Text in Latin. Some rubbing and wear, slight damage to spine, early owner's marginalia, else in very good condition. A detailed scholarly analysis of ancient Roman financial and military systems. The text focuses on various forms of currency, such as the sestertius and talents, along with the weights, measures, and military stipends used throughout Roman history. Portius critically examines and clarifies passages from renowned classical authors, including Pliny, Columella, Celsus, Livy, and Juvenal, offering corrections and insights based on sharp judgment and in-depth knowledge. Additionally, the book includes an index of important terms and concepts, making it a valuable reference for readers interested in Roman law, economics, and military affairs. This work is a reflection of Renaissance humanist scholarship, where revisiting and refining ancient texts was a key intellectual pursuit. If you have any questions, feel free to ask, and don't forget to check out my other listings.

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Binding: Hardcover

Place of Publication: Rome

Language: Latin

Author: Leonardo de Portis

Region: Europe

Publisher: In aedibus F. Minitii Calvi

Topic: Ancient

Country/Region of Manufacture: Italy

Subject: History

Original/Facsimile: Original

Year Printed: 1524

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