1 Octodrachm (Mnaieion) - Ptolemy III Euergetes
Features
| Denomination | 1 Octodrachm (Mnaieion) |
| Weight (g) | 27.84 |
| Diameter (mm) | 26 |
| Shape: | Round |
| Composition: | Gold |
| Not Magnetic | |
| Orientation | Medal orientation ↑↑ |
| Demonetized |
Obverse
Description:
Bust of deified Ptolemy III right, wearing radiate diadem and aegis, trident over left shoulder, the central tine ornamented with lotus finial; dotted border.
Bust of deified Ptolemy III right, wearing radiate diadem and aegis, trident over left shoulder, the central tine ornamented with lotus finial; dotted border.
Reverse
Lettering:
ΠTOΛEMAIOY
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
ΔI
Description:
Cornucopia bound with radiate royal diadem, containing grain ear, pyramidal cake and pomegranate, grape cluster hanging from left side; ΔI below, dotted border.
ΠTOΛEMAIOY
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
ΔI
Description:
Cornucopia bound with radiate royal diadem, containing grain ear, pyramidal cake and pomegranate, grape cluster hanging from left side; ΔI below, dotted border.
Edge
Description:
Plain
Plain
| Year | Mintage | Comment | Rarity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria Mint, Svoronos# 1117 | Unknown |