Ptolemaic Kingdom Diobol - Ptolemy II Philadelphus, -275 – -274
Information
Country
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Currency
Attic drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Dichalkon
Year
-275 – -274
Ruler
Ptolemy II Philadelphus
(-282–-246)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
15.5
Diameter (mm)
29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Dichalkon from Ptolemaic Kingdom. Issued from -275 to -274. Struck in Bronze. Measures 29 mm and weighs 15.5 g.
- Obverse
- Head of Zeus-Ammon facing right, wearing tainia headband.
- Reverse
- Eagle standing left on thunderbolt, with spread wings. "Σ" monogram over Galatian shield in left field. "AI" monogram below. (King Ptolemy.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ND (275 BC - 274 BC)
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