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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Hemidrachm - Ptolemy III Euergetes Alexandria 246 BC - 222 BC
| Bronze | 34.2 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy III Euergetes (246 BC - 222 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 246 BC - 222 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Attic drachm (circa 323 – 306 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 34.2 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#295720 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Eagle with closed wings standing left on thunderbolt. Cornucopia bound with royal diadem in left field. "ΡX" monogram between legs.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΠTOΛEMAIOY BAΣIΛEΩΣ
☧
Translation: King Ptolemy.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ptolemy III Euergetes wearing a lion's skin, which symbolizes his role as a powerful and fierce leader.
