Ptolemaic Kingdom Pentachalkon - Ptolemy I Soter, 306
Information
Country
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Currency
Attic drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
5 Chalkoi
Year
306
Ruler
Ptolemy I Soter
(-305–-282)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
5.5
Diameter (mm)
19
Demonetized
Yes
Description
5 Chalkoi from Ptolemaic Kingdom. Issued in 306. Struck in Bronze. Measures 19 mm and weighs 5.5 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed head of deified King Alexander III facing right, with wavy hair, wearing horn of Ammon at temple.
- Reverse
- Eagle with spread wings standing left on thunderbolt. Aplustre and helmet in left field. ( King Ptolemy.)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (-306) | — |
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