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Mnaeion - Ptolemy VIII Physcon Alexandreia 134 BC
134 BC year| Gold | 27.61 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy VIII Physcon (145 BC - 116 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 134 BC |
| Value | Mnaeion (100) |
| Currency | Drachm (204 – 30 BC) |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 27.61 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#181820 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double cornucopiae bound with fillet, border of dots
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΡΣΙΝΟΗΣ ΦΙΛΑΔΕΛΦΟΥ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ptolemy VIII Physcon, who was a ruler of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, on one side, and an image of the goddess Alexandria, after whom the city of Alexandria was named, on the other side. This coin is significant because it highlights the blending of Greek and Egyptian cultures that occurred during the Ptolemaic period, as the rulers of the kingdom sought to promote their Greek heritage while also honoring the traditions of the Egyptian people they ruled over.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
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| ND (-134) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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