Numismatic 2800-D3-NUM
Seminar, winter or summer semester:
The seminar is divided into three cycles: Olimp, Colosseum, Via Ostiensis
I. OLYMP
1. Lecture "zero" - organizational (organization of classes, topics, rules of passing)
2. Climbing Mount Olympus (introduction to the subject of ancient coinage, functions of the coin, functions of money, components of the coin description)
3. We visit Olympus (representations of Greek deities on coins, both the more common and rare ones on coins)
4. Vegetarianism of Pythagoras (depictions of plants, themes related to wine production, which meant wine for the ancients, laurel, celery, hibiscus, and many others)
5. A bit of rumors from the Athenian Agora (discussion of biographies of famous Greeks based on the "journey" of coins around the Greek world)
6. We will go to the Olympic Games (weapons and military on Greek coins)
II. COLOSSEUM
7. Roman Forum on coins - architectura numismatica
8. Daily life of "Quintus" (deities on coins, responsible for elements of the daily life of the Romans)
9. In the footsteps of the emperor (depictions of emperors on coins of the early empire, in the 3rd century and in the late antiquity)
10. Coin in the hands of a legionnaire (military performances, military, elements from the life of legionnaires, legionary coins)
11. In the world of lemurs (coins referring to the funeral customs in ancient Rome)
III. VIA OSTIENSIS
12. The oldest highway to Ostia (depictions of geographical personifications)
13. A real zoo! (pictures of animals on coins: all of which are known from coins)
14. In the port of Ostia (depictions of the personification of virtues on coins)
The aim of the seminar is to familiarize students and extend their knowledge about the possibilities offered by archeology of coin finds. They learn to interpret the symbolism on coins and the meaning of iconography in order to recreate past processes, the function of the coin in the lives of ancient societies. Classes teach students to analyze and draw conclusions based on specific databases, as well as the possibility of presenting rich iconography on coins to a wide audience.
Seminar classes are conducted in the form of a lecture, always according to the same pattern. : presented issue in the form of a presentation, very richly illustrated, always in the same scheme: general purpose of the course, then specific objectives. The lecture strictly follows the presented detailed objectives. Then they are given in topics for discussion, or to perform short "tasks" in the case of remote work.
Type of course
Mode
Course coordinators
Learning outcomes
KNOWLEDGE: THE GRADUATE KNOWS AND UNDERSTAND
K_W01; has in-depth knowledge of the place and importance of ancient numismatics in the system of sciences and its subject and methodological specificity
K_W02; knows the detailed concepts and terminology used in numismatics
K_W03; has extensive knowledge of the description, analysis and interpretation of numismatic sources
K_W04; has an ordered and theoretically founded knowledge covering the key issues of numismatics, including terminology, theories and methodology
K_W06; has detailed, specialist knowledge of selected ancient communities, including terminology, theories and methodology of coin finds
K_W11; has detailed knowledge of the most important achievements and main directions of the development of numismatics
K_W12; knows and understands advanced methods of analysis and interpretation of research problems in the field of archeology, specializing in coin finds, appropriate for selected traditions, theories and research schools
K_W13; knows and understands advanced methods of analysis and interpretation of information contained in scientific publications
Skills: the graduate can
K_U04; can formulate research problems, create original concepts, formulate and test hypotheses in the field of ancient archeology and numismatics
K_U05; can independently formulate conclusions, argue and create synthetic summaries, taking into account different views
K_U06; is able to independently analyze and interpret various types of artifacts, including their context, using the latest research achievements in order to determine their significance and impact in the socio-cultural process
K_U08; has the ability to conduct scientific polemics
K_U09; is able to select the method of presenting the results of his research, also using advanced information and communication methods
K_U11; is able to present the results of research in writing, using a specialized scientific language and terminology appropriate for numismatics
K_U12; is able to present the results of research in the form of oral presentations, using a specialized scientific language and terminology appropriate for numismatics
K_U19; is able to correctly define the priorities for the implementation of his own or commissioned research task
Social competences: the graduate is ready to
K_K01; is ready to use their knowledge and skills and is aware of the need to confront them with the opinions of experts
K_K02; is ready to recognize the essential importance of numismatic artifacts and written sources as elements of humanity's cultural heritage
K_K03; is ready to assess the unique value of archaeological / numismatic sources and their role in recreating the human past
K_K04; is ready to critically evaluate the interpretation of archaeological, numismatic and historical sources and is aware of the multifaceted nature of the interpretation
K_K05; is ready to use the knowledge he has about the complex nature of culture and is aware of the need to analyze various categories of sources in order to recreate the human past
K_K06; is ready to disseminate knowledge about cultural heritage and emphasize its importance for understanding the process of economic, social and cultural changes, from the earliest times to the present day
K_K07; is ready to disseminate knowledge about responsibility for the preservation of cultural heritage
K_K12; is ready to recognize and respect different points of view determined by different cultural backgrounds
K_K13; is ready to recognize the need for lifelong learning and to improve its substantive and practical skills in the field of numismatics
K_K16; is ready to develop the achievements of archeology (including ancient numismatics) and maintain the ethos of the archaeologist profession
Assessment criteria
passing grade:
Two types of assessment to choose from:
1. COMPLETE COLLOCUIUM (anyone can join it if they so wish)
2. PARTIAL TESTS - from a smaller portion of material (after each module). In order to take part in partial tests, the attendance requirement must be met (maximum 2 absences are allowed). THE FINAL GRADE FOR THE INTERVIEW IS THE AVERAGE OF THE THREE TESTS.
A detailed explanation will be given during the first class, the so-called negotiation meeting, so it is recommended to attend it.
The dates of all tests (full, partial, re-sit) are given during the first class, in a presentation available on the Campus platform throughout the semester.
Bibliography
- K. Butcher, Roman Provincial Coins: An Introduction to the Greek Imperials, London 1988.
- R. Ciołek, P. Dyczek, Coins from sector IV, Novae. Legionary Fortress and late antique town, vol. II, Warszawa 2011.
- T. L. Donaldson, Architectura numismatica, Or Architectual medals of classic Antiquity, Argonaut, Press, Chicago 1965.
- R.P. Duncan-Jones, Coin Evidence from Pompeii and the Vesuvian Cities, in Presenza e circolazione della moneta in area vesuviana, Atti XIII Convegno CISN, Napoli 30 maggio-1 giugno 2003, Napoli 2007, pp. 11-26.
A. Kunisz A., Rola źródeł numizmatycznych w badaniach nad ideologią i propagandą w państwie rzymskim, [w:] W. Kaczanowicz (red), Rzym antyczny. Polityka i pieniądz, t. 1, Katowice 1993.
M. Mielczarek, Mennictwo starożytnej Grecji, Warszawa 2006
R. Stoll, Architektur auf römischen Münzen, Trier 2000.
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