Ancient Egyptian Silver Tetradrachm of Ptolemy I Soter Set in 18K Gold

An impressive ancient Egyptian silver tetradrachm of the Ptolemaic dynasty, elegantly mounted in a finely crafted 18-karat gold pendant.

The obverse features a magnificent portrait of Ptolemy I Soter, founder of the Ptolemaic dynasty and one of Alexander the Great’s most distinguished generals. Depicted wearing the royal diadem, his powerful facial features, prominent nose, and deeply sculpted curls reflect the distinctive realism of Hellenistic royal portraiture.

The reverse displays the majestic eagle of Zeus standing upon a thunderbolt, with its wings closed and head turned backward. The Greek inscription ΠΤΟΛΕΜΑΙΟΥ ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ (Of King Ptolemy) identifies the royal authority under which the coin was issued. The eagle, a powerful emblem of Zeus, became the enduring dynastic symbol of the Ptolemaic rulers of Egypt.

The coin exhibits bold sculptural relief, finely rendered details, and attractive natural silver toning, beautifully complemented by an elegant 18-karat gold setting with a decorative border.

A distinguished example of Hellenistic numismatic artistry, combining the historical grandeur of Egypt’s Greek dynasty with the refinement of fine gold jewelry. This remarkable pendant embodies the legacy of Ptolemy I Soter, whose dynasty ruled Egypt for nearly three centuries, culminating in the reign of the celebrated Queen Cleopatra VII.

REFERENCE #

JW-GR-1005

CIVILIZATION

Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, Late 4th–3rd Century B.C.

PRICE

$3,000

PROVENANCE

Found in Samaria