Ancient Resource
Cleopatra VII of Egypt // Large Bronze Coin Struck 51-30 BC
Product Description
Ancient Egypt. Queen Cleopatra VII, 51–30 BC. Bronze 80-Drachmai Diobol, Alexandria Mint. The front features Cleopatra’s diademed and draped bust facing right, her hair tied in a bun / The back shows an eagle standing left on a thunderbolt; inscription KLEOPATRA BASILEWS around, with a double cornucopia and mark of value Π to the right. Coin reference: Svoronos 1871; SNG Copenhagen 419–21 for type. Deep olive-green patina with a striking portrait. Measures 26mm, weighs 17.63g. Graded Near VF. Provenance: Ex Classical Numismatic Group (CNG). *** This is one of the few contemporary coins that likely shows Cleopatra as she truly appeared—powerful, unfiltered, and politically savvy. A rare and honest portrait of the last ruler of Ptolemaic Egypt.
— Struck under Queen Cleopatra VII, 51–30 BC
— Provenance: Ex-Classical Numismatic Group (CNG)
— Diameter 26mm; Weight 17.63g
This piece is accompanied by a hand-signed certificate of authenticity which includes all the details, culture, dating, motifs/inscriptions when applicable, historical relevance, and provenance.
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