Ptolemy II & Arsinoe II of Egypt AV Octadrachm

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Description

The Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt

Ptolemy II and Arsinoe II AV Octadrachm

Obverse: Conjoined busts of Ptolemy II and Arsinoe II,  AΔEΛΦΩN above, shield to left.   Inscription Translation:  Adelphone – of the siblings

Reverse: Conjoined busts Ptolemy I and Berenice I, ΘEΩN above.  Inscription Translation:  THEON – of the gods

This museum quality coin reproduction of Ancient Greek Hellenistic Egyptian Coinage is an exact copy of the coin held in the British Museum. Add this to your collection and research its history.

Diameter: 26 mm

Son of Ptolemy I and Berenice, Ptolemy II co-ruled with his father for two years before the death of Ptolemy I. This enabled a smooth transition of power. Ptolemy II was married to Arsinoe I daughter of Lysimachus of Thrace but after she was convicted of plotting against him and exiled from Egypt Ptolemy II then married his sister Arsinoe II.

Material: 24K gold plated pewter. Hand Crafted in the USA.

Packaged in a coin collecting flip with the description of coin printed on flip insert.

3 reviews for Ptolemy II & Arsinoe II of Egypt AV Octadrachm

  1. Ariel (verified owner)

    Beautiful coin, so true to the original. The craftsmanship is simply stunning, every detail executed carefully. A joy to every educated collector.

  2. Ariel (verified owner)

    This is the most important coin of Ptolemaic Egypt, and yet – the only place one can get a copy is in this shop. And a beautiful one, faithfully representing the original. A real joy for an educated collector.

  3. Kevin (verified owner)

    Great quality coin, received as described. So close to the real coin. Great customer service and communication. Excellent product. Recommend.

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