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Decadrachm - Arsinoe II Alexandria 261 BC - 252 BC
| Silver | 30.0 g | 32.0 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Arsinoe II (285 BC - 246 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 261 BC - 252 BC |
| Value | Decadrachm (10) |
| Currency | Ptolemaic drachm (bronze reform of Ptolemy II Philadelphus, circa 265/260 – 204 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 30.0 g |
| Diameter | 32.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#195888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Double cornucopiae bound with royal diadem, containing pyramidal cakes, pomegranate, and other fruits; a grape cluster hanging from the rim of each horn.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΡΣΙΝΟΗΣ ΦΙΛΑΔΕΛΦΟΥ
Translation: Arsinoe Philadelphus
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Decadrachm - Arsinoe II (Alexandria) coin was used as a form of currency in the Ptolemaic Kingdom, which was a powerful and influential empire that controlled much of the Mediterranean world during the Hellenistic period. Despite its name, the Decadrachm was actually worth 10 drachms, not 100, as the name might suggest. This coin was made of silver and weighed 30 grams, making it a substantial and valuable piece of currency for its time.
