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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the New York Times, dated Sunday, February 11, 1973. The article is titled "Special Shows: A Trend" and is written by Herbert C. Barder. It discusses numismatics, the study or collection of currency.

The article reports on a group of 172 ancient coins donated by the late Frederick M. Watkins to Brown University. These coins are part of an exhibition at the Art Museum of Rhode Island School of Design, which also includes coins from Harvard University, Cambridge, and the American Numismatic Society. The exhibition, organized by the B.C. with the head of Dionysos on one side and a lyre on the other, features coins from various periods, including Greek, Roman, and Etruscan vases.

The exhibition also includes a Syrian tetradrachm from the third century B.C. and a Syracuse tetradrachm featuring Arethusa surrounded by dolphins. The exhibition runs until March 14, and the museum is open free, seven days a week.

The article is accompanied by an image of two ancient coins, showcasing their detailed engravings.

The image displays a newspaper clipping from The New York Times, dated Sunday, February 11, 1973. The article, titled "Special Shows: A Trend" and authored by Herbert C. Bards, focuses on the theme of special exhibitions. The clipping features two images of ancient coins, with detailed descriptions of their historical significance and origins. The text mentions an exhibition of 172 ancient coins at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, which includes pieces from various periods and regions, such as the Greek, Roman, and Byzantine eras. The article also highlights an exhibition at Brown University featuring coins from Professor R. Ross Holloway's collection. Both exhibitions are described as significant contributions to the understanding of numismatics and classical history.

The image is a clipping from an article published in The New York Times on Sunday, February 11, 1973. The article is titled "Numismatics: Special Shows: A Trend" and is written by Herbert C. Bardes.

The article discusses a growing trend in the display of special collections of ancient coins and artifacts at various universities and museums. Specifically, it highlights:

1. Brown University Exhibit: The article mentions that Brown University is showcasing an "outstanding" exhibition of 172 ancient coins. These coins are on view at the university's Museum of Art. The coins date from the 6th century B.C. to the 4th century A.D.
2. Content of the Exhibit: The exhibit includes various examples, such as a Naxian tetradrachm from 461 B.C. depicting the head of Dionysos and a satyr, a Syracuse tetradrachm from 475 B.C. featuring a head of Arethusa, and other Greek, Roman, and Etruscan vases and sculptures.
3. Donation: The coins are part of a bequest from an unnamed donor and are shown alongside a synopsis of the collection compiled by R. Ross Holloway, a Professor of Classics at Brown University.
4. Exhibition Duration: The exhibition at Brown University will be open until March 14 and is available for viewing during the museum's regular open hours, which are seven days a week.

The article emphasizes the educational and cultural significance of these special shows in numismatics.

The image shows an open page from a newspaper, specifically from The New York Times, dated Sunday, February 11, 1973. The article is titled "Numismatics: Special Shows: A Trend" and is written by Herbert C. Bardes.

The article discusses a collection of ancient coins, specifically a group of 172 ancient coins donated by the late Frederick W. Wittels to Harvard University's Semitic Museum. The coins are part of a larger exhibition that includes terra cotta and sculptures, among other classical pieces. The exhibition also includes items from the collection of Professor Ross Holloway of Brown University, such as outstanding examples of recognized masterpieces.

One of the coins highlighted is an Attic tetradrachm from 475 B.C., featuring the head of Dionysos by the Athena Master illustrator, and another coin is an Attic drachm from 475 B.C. with the head of Artemis by the Dolphin Master illustrator.

The exhibition is scheduled to run until March 14, and the museum is open free of charge seven days a week. The article includes an illustration of two coins, one showing the head of a figure on the obverse side and the other showing a similar figure on its reverse side.

The image shows an open page from a newspaper, specifically a clipping from "The New York Times" dated Sunday, February 11, 1973. The article is titled "Numismatics: Special Shows: A Trend" and is authored by Herbert C. Bardes.

The article discusses a collection of 172 ancient coins donated by the late Frederick J. Watkins, which is currently on display at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The coins are part of an exhibition that also includes terra cotta and sculptures, as well as classical pieces from the Watkins collection. The coinage dates range from the fifth century B.C. to the second century A.D.

The article mentions a coin with the head of Dionysus, dated 475 B.C., and highlights the significance of the collection, which is being showcased at Brown University. The exhibition is described as a "synopsis of the collection by R. Ross Holloway, Professor of Classics." The exhibition is open until March 14, and the museum is open free of charge seven days a week.

The newspaper clipping is placed in a scrapbook or an album, as indicated by the brown paper surrounding it.

The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically from The New York Times dated Sunday, February 11, 1973. The article is titled "Numismatics: Special Shows: A Trend" and is authored by Herbert C. Bardes.

The article discusses a collection of ancient coins donated by the late Frederick L. Walton. This collection is being exhibited at various universities, including Harvard University, Cambridge, and Brown University. The exhibit includes coins from different ancient periods, such as the Roman, Greek, and Egyptian, as well as terra cotta pieces and sculptures from the Etruscan civilization.

The exhibition also includes a coin of Dionysus by Alia Master, a drachm of 475 B.C. with a head of Artemis, and other notable items. The article mentions that at Brown University, the coins are recognized masterpieces and are part of a synopsis of the collection by R. Ross Holloway, Professor of Classics. The exhibition is open until March 14, and the museum is open free for seven days a week.

The page also features an illustration of two ancient coins prominently in the center of the article.

The image shows a scrapbook page with a newspaper clipping attached at the top left corner. The clipping is from The New York Times dated Sunday, February 11, 1973. The heading reads "Numismatics Special Shows: A Trend" by Herbert C. Bardes.

The clipping features two black-and-white images of ancient coins. Below the images, there is a paragraph describing a group of 172 ancient coins donated by the late Frederick M. Watkins to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The collection includes Greek, Roman, and Etruscan vases, terracotta statues, and sculptures. The paragraph additionally mentions notable examples of recognized masterpieces such as a Naxian tetradrachm of 461 B.C. and a head of Dionysos by the Athenian Master, as well as other pieces. It states that the exhibition will continue until March 14, is open free seven days a week, and includes a mention of Brown University in relation to the collection.

The image shows an open newspaper or magazine article. The heading at the top left reads "Numismatics" and beneath it is the subheading "Special Shows: A Trend" by Herbert E. Ives, indicating the article is likely about coin collecting or coin exhibitions. There are two coin images printed with the article, each depicting what appears to be an ancient or historical coin with a portrait profile. There is also text, presumably related to the topic, but it's not fully legible in the image provided. At the top right, we can see it's a publication from "THE NEW YORK TIMES, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 1974," giving us the date of this newspaper edition. The page itself is cream or light tan, and the article is positioned on the left side of the open spread. The right side of the spread is not visible. The page quality suggests the newspaper has aged over time.

The image shows an open book with a newspaper clipping inserted between its pages. The clipping is from The New York Times, dated Sunday, February 11, 1973, and is titled "Numismatics: Special Shows: A Trend" by Herbert C. Bardes.

Key Details from the Clipping:

1. Content Overview:

   • The article discusses an exhibition of 172 ancient coins donated by Mr. Frederick H. Martimus to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
   • The coins are described as "outstanding examples of recognized masterpieces" and include a variety of ancient artifacts, such as:
     • Greek, Roman, and Ethiopian vases
     • Classical pieces from the Western classical world
     • Sculptures and other bequests

2. Highlighted Coins:

   • The article mentions specific notable coins, including:
     • A Naxian tetradrachm of 441 B.C., with the head of Dionysus.
     • An Athenian tetradrachm of 44 B.C., featuring the head of Syracuse.
     • A Syracuse tetradrachm of 475 B.C., with the head of Artemis.

3. Exhibition Details:

   • The exhibition is curated by R. Ross Holloway, Professor of Classics.
   • The exhibition will continue until March 14.
   • The museum is open free, seven days a week.

Visual Elements:

• Images: The clipping includes two black-and-white illustrations of ancient coins, likely depicting the Naxian tetradrachm and the Athenian tetradrachm mentioned in the text.
• Layout: The article is formatted in a typical newspaper style, with a headline, byline, and a brief descriptive paragraph.

Context:

• The book itself appears to have a worn, aged appearance, suggesting it may be part of a collection or archive. The clipping is carefully placed between the pages, indicating its importance or relevance to the book's content.

This image captures a historical moment in numismatics, highlighting the significance of ancient coin collections and their display in academic institutions.

The image shows an open book with a newspaper clipping on the left page. The clipping is from "The New York Times," dated Sunday, February 11, 1973. The headline reads "Special Shows: A Trend" and is written by Herbert C. Bardes. The clipping features two ancient coins, one on the left and the other on the right. The coin on the left depicts a bearded man, while the coin on the right shows a man with a helmet. The clipping discusses a group of 172 ancient coins donated to Brown University by the late Edmund M. Walsh. The exhibition also includes Greek, Roman, and Etruscan vases, terra cottas, and sculptures, as well as classical pieces from the Watkins bequest. The exhibition is open from March 14 to the end of the week.