Friday, May 30, 2014

Ptolemaic Kingdom - Ptolemy III Gold AV Tetradrachm - AU Star. On the obverse side is the founder of the Ptolemaic Dynasty, Ptolemy I and his wife Berenike I. Above their heads is the Greek word for “gods.” On the other side are the busts of Ptolemy II and his sister and wife Arsinoe II. Struck through the reign of Ptolemy III. This photo is of the Obverse side. www.ancientgoldcoins.com







It is notible that his is a large gold coins, an octodrachm.  Ancient Egypt was rich in gold,
and this coin advertise who was in power - the Rich and Powerful Ptolemy Dynasty.




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