Ptolemaic Kingdom Mnaeion - Berenike II, -211 – -210
Alexandria
Information
Country
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Currency
Attic drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Mnaeion
Year
-211 – -210
Ruler
Berenice II
(-246–-221)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
23.23
Diameter (mm)
28.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Mnaeion from Ptolemaic Kingdom. Issued from -211 to -210. Struck in Gold. Measures 28.5 mm and weighs 23.23 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed and veiled bust of Queen Berenice II facing right, wearing necklace.
- Reverse
- Cornucopia bound with royal diadem, containing grain ear, pyramidal cake, pomegranate, and grape cluster hanging from left side of the rim. (Queen Berenice.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (211 BC - 210 BC) | — |
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