Ptolemaic Kingdom Pentadrachm - Berenike II, -241 – -221
Information
Country
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Currency
Attic drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Gold Pentadrachm
Year
-241 – -221
Ruler
Berenice II
(-246–-221)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
21.5
Diameter (mm)
26.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Gold Pentadrachm from Ptolemaic Kingdom. Issued from -241 to -221. Struck in Gold. Measures 26.5 mm and weighs 21.5 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed and veiled bust of Queen Berenice II facing right, wearing necklace.
- Reverse
- Cornucopia containing grain ear, pyramidal cake, and pomegranate, grape cluster hanging from left side of rim, the horn bound with royal diadem, its ends hanging straight. Two six-pointed stars in left and right fields. (Queen Berenice.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (241 BC - 221 BC) | — |
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