© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Diobol - Ptolemy II Philadelphos Alexandria 275 BC - 274 BC
| Bronze | 15.5 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy II Philadelphus (285 BC - 246 BC) |
| Years | 275 BC - 274 BC |
| Value | Diobol (⅓) |
| Currency | Attic drachm (circa 323 – 306 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 15.5 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#295593 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Eagle with spread wings standing left on thunderbolt. "Σ" monogram above Galatian shield in left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΠΤΟΛΕΜΑΙΟΥ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
Σ
P
Translation: King Ptolemy.
Edge
Plain
