246-222 BC Ptolemy III Bronze AE22 Cyrene NGC Extremely Fine 4x3

This bronze AE22 coin was issued during the reign of Ptolemy III Euergetes of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, dating from 246-222 BC. The coin originates from Cyrene, a significant Greek colony in present-day Libya that became part of the Ptolemaic territories. This period marked the height of Ptolemaic power under Ptolemy III, who expanded the empire and promoted Hellenistic culture throughout Egypt and its dependencies.

The obverse features a laureate portrait of Ptolemy III facing right, displaying the characteristic Ptolemaic royal iconography with well-defined facial features. The reverse depicts an eagle standing left on a thunderbolt, a powerful symbol of Zeus and divine authority that was commonly used on Ptolemaic coinage. The bronze surfaces show attractive dark patina with traces of original detail visible throughout both sides.

NGC has graded this coin Extremely Fine, reflecting its solid preservation and clear design elements despite centuries of age. The coin exhibits even wear consistent with limited circulation, while maintaining strong device definition and readable legends. Ptolemaic bronzes from Cyrene represent an important segment of Hellenistic numismatics, combining Greek artistic traditions with Egyptian royal symbolism. The coin pictured is the exact coin you will receive.