ncient Egypt and China may have had their own postal systems, but the Achaemenid Empire created a mail service, in around 550 BC, whose like wouldn’t be seen again until the 18th century. True, it was still used mainly for official business, but in terms of its speed, organisation, standardisation, scope and).
Auction Update
Warwick and Warwick’s coins, medals, militaria and banknotes sale on 21 August saw some interesting and rare lots, with competitive bidding throughout. A highlight from the coins on offer was an 1847 Gothic crown (lot 454). The coin featured the ‘Got
