PTOLEMAIC EGYPT. Ptolemy II Philadelphos, 285-246 B.C. AV Trichryson ("Pentadrachm") (17.86 gms), Alexandreia Mint, ca. 282 B.C. NGC Ch AU★, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. CPE-276; Svor-547; SNG Cop-106. Obverse: Diademed head of Ptolemy I right, wearing aegis around neck; Reverse: Eagle standing left on thunderbolt; monogram to left. Extremely brilliant and radiant, this dazzling specimen presents surfaces that seemingly feel as though they were just struck. Bold and lustrous, this fine example is undoubtedly deserving of its star designation owing to its superior eye appeal, and will assuredly generate tremendous enthusiasm upon its in hand inspection. From the Collection of a Gentleman.<p>Ex: "Consignment Greenwich" (Coin Galleries - 2/1984) Lot # 9.
