PTOLEMAIC KINGS OF EGYPT. Ptolemy II Philadelphos, 285-246 BC. Obol (Bronze, 29 mm, 11.33 g, 11 h), Alexandria, circa 265-246. Head of the deified Alexander the Great to right, with horn of Ammon, wearing elephant headdress and with aegis around neck. Rev. ΠTOΛEMAIOY BAΣIΛEΩΣ Eagle with spread wings standing left on thunderbolt; between eagle's legs, E. CPE B226. SNG Copenhagen -. Svoronos 450. Attractive brownish black patina with red earthen highlights. Some minor roughness, otherwise, very fine.
Price realized | 130 CHF |
Starting price | 75 CHF |