Lot 106
Ptolemaic Egypt. Ptolemy IV, 222-205 BC. Gold Tetradrachm or Half Mnaieion (13.83 g) minted at Alexandria, c. 217 BC. Radiate and diademed bust right of the deified Ptolemy III, holding trident and wearing aegis over shoulder. Reverse: Radiate and filleted cornucopiae. Sv. 1118; BMC 105. Nearly Extremely Fine.
Like so many fractional coins, this denomination is rarer than its larger counterpart. Along with its double, this lot would make an ideal pairing for an advanced collection of either ancient gold or coins of the Ptolemies.
Estimated Value $9,000 - 11,000.
Ex Sale of a Lady (Christie's, 9 October, 1984), lot 302.
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