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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Mnaeion - Ptolemy IV Philopator Alexandria 219 BC - 217 BC
| Gold | 27.2 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy IV Philopator (221 BC - 203 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 219 BC - 217 BC |
| Value | Mnaeion (100) |
| Currency | Attic drachm (circa 323 – 306 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 27.2 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#180802 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cornucopiae bound with radiate royal diadem, looped so that the rays appear above the top of the horn which contains grain ear, pyramidal cake, and pomegranate, grape cluster hanging from left side of rim.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΠΤΟΛΕΜΑΙΟΥ
ΔΙ
Translation: King Ptolemy.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ptolemy IV Philopator wearing a distinctive elephant scalp headdress, which symbolizes his victory over the Seleucid Empire and highlights his authority as a powerful ruler.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (219 BC - 217 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Mnaeion - Ptolemy IV Philopator (Alexandria) (219 BC - 217 BC) coin.
