{"product_id":"ptolemaic-kingdom-ptolemy-ix-soter-ii-116-80-bc-ar-tetradrachm-alexandria-mint","title":"Ptolemaic Kingdom, Ptolemy IX Soter II (116–80 BC)\nAR Tetradrachm, Alexandria Mint","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePtolemaic Kingdom, Ptolemy IX Soter II (116–80 BC)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAR Tetradrachm, Alexandria Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 13.2 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReference: Svoronos 1687\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis silver tetradrachm was struck during the reign of Ptolemy IX Soter II, one of the later rulers of the Ptolemaic dynasty in Egypt. The obverse features a diademed portrait of Ptolemy I facing right, continuing the long-standing tradition of honoring the dynasty’s founder as a symbol of royal legitimacy and divine authority.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse depicts an eagle standing left on a thunderbolt, a powerful emblem associated with Zeus and royal power, surrounded by Greek legend identifying the issuing authority. The eagle motif is among the most iconic and enduring designs of Ptolemaic coinage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStruck in high-quality silver at the Alexandria mint, this piece reflects the complex political and economic history of Hellenistic Egypt during a period of internal conflict and Roman influence. The coin retains clear central details with attractive ancient surfaces and honest circulation wear consistent with its age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA compelling historical artifact from the final century of independent Egyptian rule before Roman annexation in 30 BC, ideal for collectors of Greek, Hellenistic, and ancient silver coinage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEx. Small Town coins, Collin Koch, NY\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Minerva Gallery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52509009903913,"sku":null,"price":400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/2762\/2185\/files\/C6EC860F-6057-41A7-AF0E-E7D773B0577D.jpg?v=1769450806","url":"https:\/\/minerva-gallery.com\/es\/products\/ptolemaic-kingdom-ptolemy-ix-soter-ii-116-80-bc-ar-tetradrachm-alexandria-mint","provider":"Minerva Gallery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}