Ancient Gold, the Wealth of the Thracians

The Thracians, a people living to the north of Greece in ancient times, were known as both warriors and poets. Until recently, little was known about this enigmatic people. Since the Thracians had to rely on the accounts of their life and culture left by Greek and Roman authors. During the last fifty years, however, a number of Thracian archaeological sites have been excavated and studied, and these hace revealed a people of extraordinary sophistication.

This lavishy illustrated book is the first comprehensive treatment of the remarkable achievement of the Tracian people. Ancient Gold, The Wealth of the Thracians accompanies an exhibition opening at the Saint Louis Art Museum in February 1998 and traveling to seven museums in the United States.