Ptolemaic Kingdom Cleopatra VII AE 40 Drachmae (51-30 BC) VG NGC
Numismatic
Ptolemaic Kingdom Cleopatra VII AE 40 Drachmae (51-30 BC) VG NGC
This ancient bronze coin, minted between 51 and 30 BC, offers a tangible connection to the Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt during one of the most dramatic eras in world history. Struck during the reign of Cleopatra VII, this denomination of 40 Drachmae circulated amidst the upheaval of the Roman Civil War. Because very few coins from her legendary rule have survived to the modern day, this piece represents a scarce archaeological survivor from a pivotal epoch. The obverse of the coin features the right-facing profile of Cleopatra VII, adorned with a royal diadem. On the reverse, the design displays an eagle perched upon a thunderbolt, or fulmen, a classic symbol of power in the ancient Mediterranean. This particular specimen has survived the centuries in a circulated state, graded as being in Very Good condition, preserving a remarkable piece of antiquity.
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Specifications
| Country | Egypt |
|---|---|
| Year | 51-30 BC |
| Grade | Very Good (NGC) |
| Legal-tender face value | 40 Drachmae |
| Metal | Copper |
| Weight | 0.0000 troy oz |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Thickness | Varies mm |
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