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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Hemiobol - Ptolemy II Alexandria 266 BC - 261 BC
| Bronze | 4.40 g | 19.4 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy II Philadelphus (285 BC - 246 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 266 BC - 261 BC |
| Value | Hemiobol (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Attic drachm (circa 323 – 306 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.40 g |
| Diameter | 19.4 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#326052 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 90% |
Reverse
Eagle with spread wings standing left on thunderbolt.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠΤΟΛΕΜΑΙΟΥ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
Translation: King Ptolemy.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Hemiobol coin of Ptolemy II is that it features an image of the king wearing a distinctive elephant's head headdress, which was a symbol of his authority and power.
