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Stater - Ptolemy IV 211 BC - 210 BC
| Silver | 14.00 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy IV Philopator (221 BC - 203 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 211 BC - 210 BC |
| Value | Silver Stater (3) |
| Currency | Ptolemaic drachm (bronze reform of Ptolemy II Philadelphus, circa 265/260 – 204 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.00 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#403149 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle with closed wings standing left on thunderbolt, BN (date) flanking left leg; dotted border.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΠΤΟΛΕΜΑΙΟΥ ΣΩΤΗΡΟΣ
BN
Comment
Mørkholm, Ptolemaic 28; Svoronos –; SNG Copenhagen –.
Uncertain mint 42. Dated year 52 of an uncertain era.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Ptolemy IV on one side and an eagle on the other, which was a common design element for coins in the Ptolemaic Kingdom. The eagle was a symbol of power and authority, and its inclusion on the coinage was meant to convey the power and influence of the Ptolemaic dynasty.
