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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetrobol - Ptolemy IV Philopator 222 BC - 204 BC
| Bronze | 43.9 g | 38 mm |
| Issuer | Ptolemaic Kingdom (Ptolemaic Kingdom (305 BC - 30 BC)) |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy IV Philopator (221 BC - 203 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 222 BC - 204 BC |
| Value | Tetrobol (⅔) |
| Currency | Ptolemaic drachm (bronze reform of Ptolemy II Philadelphus, circa 265/260 – 204 BC) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 43.9 g |
| Diameter | 38 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#49232 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 81% |
Reverse
Eagle with closed wings standing left on thunderbolt, head reverted.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΠΤΟΛΕΜΑΙΟΥ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΣΕ
Translation: King Ptolemy.
Edge
Beveled
Comment
Ptolemaic Kings. Ptolemaios IV.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetrobol coin of Ptolemy IV Philopator is that it features a unique blend of Egyptian and Greek elements on its design. The obverse side of the coin depicts the king's portrait, while the reverse side shows an image of the Egyptian goddess Isis, demonstrating the cultural fusion that characterized the Ptolemaic Kingdom.
