Ptolemaic Kingdom Mnaeion - Ptolemy II Philadelphus, -252 – -249
In the name of Arsinoe II
Information
Country
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Ptolemaic Kingdom
Currency
Attic drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Mnaeion
Year
-252 – -249
Rulers
Ptolemy II Philadelphus
(-282–-246)
, Arsinoe II
(-285–-246)
Composition
Gold
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
27.73
Diameter (mm)
29.5
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Mnaeion from Ptolemaic Kingdom. Issued from -252 to -249. Struck in Gold. Measures 29.5 mm and weighs 27.73 g.
- Obverse
- Veiled Head of deified Arsinoe II right, with ram's horn, wearing diademed stephane, lotus scepter over far shoulder, sometimes with serpent coiled around shaft, dotted border.
- Reverse
- Double Cornucopiae bound with royal diadem, containing pyramidal cakes, pomegranate, and other fruits, a grape cluster hanging from the rim of each horn, dotted border. (Arsinoe Philadelphus)
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (252 BC - 249 BC) | — |
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