The coinage of the Ptolemaic Kingdom serves as a remarkable testament to the cultural and economic power of Hellenistic Egypt. Spanning nearly three centuries, from the death of Alexander the Great to the reign of Cleopatra VII, these coins represent one of the most consistent and recognizable series in ancient numismatics. This collection highlights the evolution of Egyptian currency, showcasing the transition from early Macedonian influences to a distinct Ptolemaic iconography that blended Greek artistry with local Egyptian tradition.

Ptolemy II Philadelphos
Dichalkon (15mm, 2.78g) Alexandria, Egypt 261-246 B.C.

Obv: Diademed head of Zeus right

Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY Eagle standing left on a thunderbolt, wings open.

Sovornos 418

Ptolemy III Euergetes
Tetrobol (38mm 48.4g)
Alexandria, Egypt 246-222 B.C.

Obv: Laureate head of Zeus right

Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY Eagle standing left on a thunderbolt, wings closed, hear right.. Cornucopia on it's right shoulder, E between its legs

Sovornos 974

Ptolemy III Euergetes
Tetrobol (38mm 45.54g)
Alexandria, Egypt 246-222 B.C.

Obv: Laureate head of Zeus right

Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY Eagle standing left on a thunderbolt, wings closed, hear right.. Cornucopia on it's right shoulder, E between its legs

Sovornos 974

Ptolemy III Euergetes
Trihemiobol (27.5mm 17.07g)
Alexandria, Egypt 246-222 B.C.

Obv: Laureate head of Zeus right

Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY Eagle standing left on a thunderbolt, wings open. Cornucopia in left field, E between its legs

Sovornos 975

Ptolemy VI & Ptolemy VIII Joint Reign
AE33 (33mm, 19.21g) Alexandria, Egypt 170-163 B.C.

Obv: Diademed head of Zeus-Ammon right

Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY Two eagles standing left on a thunderbolt, double cornucopia to left.

Sovornos 1424

Ptolemy IX or Ptolemy X
AE19 (19mm, 8.28g) Alexandria, Egypt 113-181 B.C.

Obv: Diademed head of Zeus-Ammon right

Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY Two eagles standing left on a thunderbolt, double cornucopia to left.

Sovornos 1426

Ptolemy IX or Ptolemy X
AE18 (18mm, 7.65g) Alexandria, Egypt 113-181 B.C.

Obv: Diademed head of Zeus-Ammon right

Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY Two eagles standing left on a thunderbolt, double cornucopia to left.

Sovornos 1426

Ptolemy IX or Ptolemy X
AE19 (19mm, 7.67g) Alexandria, Egypt 113-181 B.C.

Obv: Diademed head of Zeus-Ammon right

Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY Two eagles standing left on a thunderbolt, double cornucopia to left.

Sovornos 1426