Ptolemy I Soter. 305-282 BC. AR Tetradrachm, Alexandria mint. Struck around 300-285 B.C.
Obverse: Diadem head to the right, with aegis around the neck, small Δ behind the ear.
Rev: BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY, eagle standing left on a ray; left, P above ΠA monogram.
Ref: Svoronos 256; SNG Copenhagen -; Noeske 29; Meydancikkale 3234–91
A wonderful piece, beautifully toned with an outstanding portrait. Heavily struck, bright and slightly toned.
26mm. - 14.07 gr. Silver, MBC+
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Culture/region
Egypt. Alexandria
Ruler/era
Ptolemy I Soter (303-282 BC)
Metal
AR
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year/Period and Variation
305-282
Condition
Ungraded