Lot 1570
Ancient Egypt. Ptolemy III Euergetes, 246-221 BC. Gold Mnaieion (Oktodrachm) 27. Alexandreia mint. Struck under Ptolemy IV, 221-205 BC. Bust of the deified Ptolemy III right, wearing radiate diadem and aegis; trident over left shoulder. Reverse: BAΣIΛEΩΣΠTOΛEMAIOY, radiate and filleted cornucopiae; ΔI below. Svoronos 1117; SNG Copenhagen 196; Boston MFA 2283; Kraay & Hirmer 803. Stylish portrait, well struck up. With gentle wear and lacking the marks and scuffs so often seen on these massive gold pieces. Very Fine. Estimated Value $6,000 - 7,000
Ex Goldberg's September 15-17, 2003 Pre-Long Beach Sale, lot 1642.
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