Numismatica Ars Classica
Auction 126 17 Nov 2021
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Ptolemy IV Philopator, 221 – 205
Octodrachm in the name of Ptolemy III, Alexandria circa 219-217, AV 27.74 g. Radiate and diademed bust of deified Ptolemy III r., wearing aegis and trident over l. shoulder. Rev. BAΣIΛEΩΣ – ΠTOΛEMAIOY Radiate cornucopia bound with royal diadem; below, ΔI. Svoronos 1117. SNG Copenhagen 196. CPE 887.
An extremely rare variety with a smaller head. Lovely light reddish
tone and good very fine / about extremely fine
Privately purchased from Freeman & Sear in 2008.
Graded Ch VF Strike 5/5 Surface 3/5 Fine Style, NGC certification number 6157577-013
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Octodrachm in the name of Ptolemy III, Alexandria circa 219-217, AV 27.74 g. Radiate and diademed bust of deified Ptolemy III r., wearing aegis and trident over l. shoulder. Rev. BAΣIΛEΩΣ – ΠTOΛEMAIOY Radiate cornucopia bound with royal diadem; below, ΔI. Svoronos 1117. SNG Copenhagen 196. CPE 887.
An extremely rare variety with a smaller head. Lovely light reddish
tone and good very fine / about extremely fine
Privately purchased from Freeman & Sear in 2008.
Graded Ch VF Strike 5/5 Surface 3/5 Fine Style, NGC certification number 6157577-013
https://vimeo.com/630153925