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Lot 55: Ptolemaic Kingdom. Ptolemy I Soter. As King, 305-282 B.C. AR tetradrachm. Contemporary imitation(?). Copying Alexandria. Nearly VF, surfaces a little porous. Unusual. 
AUCTION: ACCG 3rd Annual Benefit Auction (Auction 253)
- Sold Winning Bid: $102
- 3 Bid(s)
Description
Ptolemaic Kingdom. Ptolemy I Soter. As King, 305-282 B.C. AR tetradrachm (26 mm, 13.70 g, 12 h). Contemporary imitation(?). Copying Alexandria. Diademed bust of Ptolemy I right, aegis tied at neck / BAΣIΛEΩΣ [ΠTOΛEM]AIOY, eagle with folded wings standing left on thunderbolt; in left field, P above A or AP monogram(?). Cf. Svoronos 248; cf. SNG Copenhagen 68. Nearly VF, surfaces a little porous. Unusual.
The crude engraving and low weight of this coin indicate that it is an imitation.
Donated by: Harlan J. Berk, Ltd.
Lot Details
- Offered By: VAuctions
- Lot #: 55
- Listing #: 180608
- Closed: Thursday, October 7, 2010 6:48:00 PM CT
- Estimate: $150