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Ancient Greece: Ptolemy III, Octobol (283 - 221 BC)
This is one of the largest coins we have ever seen being 45 mm in diameter and weighing a massive 100.8 grams. According to an internet source "This series under Ptolemy III is the largest coin ever issued for general circulation" . (See size-comparison to a modern R5 coin).
Very high catalogue value.
Obverse
Diademed head of Zeus-Ammon right
Reverse
Eagle with open wings standing left on thunderbolt, head facing right; E between legs. Dotted border.
Lettering: TOEMAIOY-BAIE
Translation: King Ptolemy