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Tetradrachm - Ptolemy XII Paphos 67 BC - 62 BC
| Silver | 15 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy XII Neos Dionysos (80 BC - 58 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 67 BC - 62 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm (204 – 30 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#352075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Eagle standing left on thunderbolt, palm branch over shoulder, LKZ over headdress of Isis in left field, ΠA in right field
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΠTOΛEMAIOY BAΣIΛEΩΣ
Translation: Of Ptolemy, King
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin of Ptolemy XII (Paphos) features an image of the king wearing a distinctive elephant's head headdress, which symbolizes his connection to the Egyptian goddess Hathor. This coin was minted during his reign in the 1st century BC and is considered a rare and valuable artifact among collectors today.
