Ptolemaic Coins
| 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
Svoronos 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
Svoronos 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.
Svoronos 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.
Svoronos1426
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.
Svoronos 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.
Svoronos 1426
