Ptolemaic Kingdom Hemiobol - Ptolemy I Soter, -294 – -285
Alexandria
Information
Country
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Currency
Attic drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Hemiobol
Year
-294 – -285
Ruler
Ptolemy I Soter
(-305–-282)
Composition
Bronze
Shape
Round (irregular)
Alignment
Medal alignment ↑↑
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
3.8
Diameter (mm)
18
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Hemiobol from Ptolemaic Kingdom. Issued from -294 to -285. Struck in Bronze. Measures 18 mm and weighs 3.8 g.
- Obverse
- Head of deified Alexander facing right, wearing mitra, with ram's horn at temple and long, wavy hair.
- Reverse
- Eagle standing left on thunderbolt, wings spread. "XA" monogram and helmet in left field. (King Ptolemy)
- Edge
- Plain
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
ND (294 BC - 285 BC)
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