Ptolemaic Kingdom Decadrachm - Berenike II, -246 – -222
Alexandria
Information
Country
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Currency
Attic drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Decadrachm
Year
-246 – -222
Rulers
Ptolemy III Euergetes
(-246–-222)
, Berenice II
(-246–-221)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
42.77
Diameter (mm)
34
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Decadrachm from Ptolemaic Kingdom. Issued from -246 to -222. Struck in Gold. Measures 34 mm and weighs 42.77 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed and veiled bust of Berenice II right, wearing necklace, dotted border.
- Reverse
- Cornucopiae 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, dotted border. (Queen Berenice)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (246 BC - 222 BC) | — |
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