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Mnaeion - Ptolemy II Paphos 253 BC - 246 BC
| Gold | 27.72 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy II Philadelphus (285 BC - 246 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 253 BC - 246 BC |
| Value | Mnaeion (100) |
| Currency | Attic drachm (circa 323 – 306 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 27.72 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#284306 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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
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Translation: Arsinoe Philadelphus
Comment
Pozzi 3227; Troxell, Arsinoe, p. 63, 7–8.
There are only 3 published examples, 2 of which are in public collections (Berlin & Athens).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ptolemy II on one side and an image of the goddess Artemis on the other, highlighting the blending of Greek and Egyptian cultures that characterized the Ptolemaic Kingdom.
