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Mnaeion - Ptolemy III Joppa 3 245 BC
3 (245 BC) year| Gold | 27.55 g | 29.5 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy III Euergetes (246 BC - 222 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 3 (245 BC) |
| Calendar | Ptolemaic Kingdom - Ptolemy III era |
| Value | Mnaeion (100) |
| Currency | Attic drachm (circa 323 – 306 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 27.55 g |
| Diameter | 29.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#283975 |
|---|---|
| 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. "ΠΡ" monogram in right field.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΡΣΙΝΟΗΣ ΦΙΛΑΔΕΛΦΟΥ
Γ
ΙΟΠ
Θ
Translation: Arsinoe Philadelphus
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Mnaeion - Ptolemy III (Joppa) 3 coin is that it features an image of the goddess Athena on one side and Ptolemy III on the other, highlighting the blending of Greek and Egyptian cultures that occurred during the Ptolemaic period.
