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Mnaeion - Ptolemy VI Kition 23 159 BC
23 (159 BC) year| Gold | 27.85 g | - |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy VI Philometor (181 BC - 145 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 23 (159 BC) |
| Calendar | Ptolemaic Kingdom - Ptolemy VI era |
| Value | Mnaeion (100) |
| Currency | Drachm (204 – 30 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 27.85 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#283974 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Filleted double cornucopia; date at left, mintmark at right; text flanking; dotted border surrounding all.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΡΣΙΝΟΗΣ ΦΙΛΑΔΕΛΦΟΥ
LΚΓ
ΚΙ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ptolemy VI on one side and an eagle on the other, symbolizing the kingdom's Greek heritage and its connection to the Egyptian pharaohs.
