| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 187 | Silver | Auction date: 10 December 2023 |
| Lot number: 106 Price realized: 180 EUR (Approx. 194 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. Alexandreia. Ptolemy IV Philopator 222-205 BC. Drachm Æ 42 mm, 71,52 g Diademed head of Zeus Ammon to right, with ram's horn in his hair and over the diadem / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY, Eagle with closed wings standing left on thunderbolt; to left, cornucopia; between eagle's legs, ΔΙ. Very Fine Svoronos 1125; SNG Copenhagen 199. Ptolemy IV Philopator, a notable figure in the Hellenistic period, assumed the throne of Egypt in 221 BC, succeeding his father, Ptolemy III Euergetes. His name, "Philopator," signifies his affection for his father, a common practice among Egyptian pharaohs who adopted various titles and names to reflect their attributes. During his reign, Ptolemy IV became embroiled in the ongoing conflicts between the Ptolemaic Dynasty and the Seleucid Empire, most notably exemplified by the Battle of Raphia in 217 BC. This decisive clash pitted Ptolemy IV against Antiochus III the Great of the Seleucids, with Ptolemy emerging victorious. Ptolemy IV was not solely a warrior; he was also a patron of culture and the arts. His affinity for Greek literature and culture led to the promotion of Greek traditions in Egypt, albeit with some resistance from the indigenous Egyptian population. Amid these cultural pursuits, his reign was fraught with political instability, corruption, and a weakening of the kingdom's administration, contributing to the decline of the Ptolemaic Dynasty. In 204 BC, Ptolemy IV's reign came to an end with his passing, and his young son, Ptolemy V Epiphanes, succeeded him. The transition of power was marred by power struggles and internal divisions within the royal court. Ptolemy IV Philopator's legacy lies in the delicate interplay of Greek and Egyptian cultures during the Hellenistic era, his military accomplishments, and the internal challenges that foreshadowed the eventual decline of Ptolemaic Egypt. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
Match 1:
| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 187 | Silver | Auction date: 10 December 2023 |
| Lot number: 107 Price realized: 120 EUR (Approx. 129 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. Alexandreia. Ptolemy IV Philopator 222-205 BC. Drachm Æ 42 mm, 68,61 g Diademed head of Zeus Ammon to right, with ram's horn in his hair and over the diadem / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY, Eagle with closed wings standing left on thunderbolt; to left, cornucopia; between eagle's legs, ΔΙ. Nearly Very Fine Svoronos 1125; SNG Copenhagen 199. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
Match 2:
| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 187 | Silver | Auction date: 10 December 2023 |
| Lot number: 105 Price realized: 200 EUR (Approx. 216 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. Alexandreia. Ptolemy IV Philopator 222-205 BC. Drachm Æ 41 mm, 64,02 g Diademed head of Zeus Ammon to right, with ram's horn in his hair and over the diadem / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY, Eagle with closed wings standing left on thunderbolt; to left, cornucopia; between eagle's legs, ΔI. Very Fine Svoronos 1125; SNG Copenhagen 199–200. The Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt, spanning from 305 BCE to 30 BCE, was a Hellenistic fusion of Greek and Egyptian cultures. Established by Ptolemy I Soter, the ruling class, though of Greek descent, strategically embraced Egyptian customs to solidify their rule. Economically, the kingdom thrived through control of the Nile Delta, fostering agricultural prosperity and strategic trade routes connecting the Mediterranean and Red Sea. At its zenith, the Ptolemaic era was marked by intellectual achievements, notably the Library of Alexandria, a renowned center of scholarship that symbolized the era's commitment to learning. Notable rulers included Ptolemy II Philadelphus and Cleopatra VII, the latter's alliance with Roman leaders like Julius Caesar and Mark Antony contributing to the kingdom's eventual demise. Internal strife and conflicts with Rome, culminating in the Battle of Actium in 30 BCE, led to the defeat of Cleopatra and Antony, resulting in the annexation of Egypt by Rome. The Ptolemaic Kingdom's legacy lies in its cultural amalgamation, economic prosperity, and contributions to intellectual pursuits, shaping the broader context of Hellenistic civilization. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
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| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 198 | Silver | Auction date: 25 February 2024 |
| Lot number: 140 Price realized: 130 EUR (Approx. 141 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. Alexandreia. Ptolemy IV Philopator 222-205 BC. Drachm Æ 41 mm, 66,36 g Diademed head of Zeus Ammon to right, with ram's horn in his hair and over the diadem / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY, Eagle with closed wings standing left on thunderbolt; to left, cornucopia; between eagle's legs, ΣΕ. Very Fine Copenhagen 205-6; Svoronos 992. Ptolemy IV Philopator, a notable figure in the Hellenistic period, assumed the throne of Egypt in 221 BC, succeeding his father, Ptolemy III Euergetes. His name, "Philopator," signifies his affection for his father, a common practice among Egyptian pharaohs who adopted various titles and names to reflect their attributes. During his reign, Ptolemy IV became embroiled in the ongoing conflicts between the Ptolemaic Dynasty and the Seleucid Empire, most notably exemplified by the Battle of Raphia in 217 BC. This decisive clash pitted Ptolemy IV against Antiochus III the Great of the Seleucids, with Ptolemy emerging victorious. Ptolemy IV was not solely a warrior; he was also a patron of culture and the arts. His affinity for Greek literature and culture led to the promotion of Greek traditions in Egypt, albeit with some resistance from the indigenous Egyptian population. Amid these cultural pursuits, his reign was fraught with political instability, corruption, and a weakening of the kingdom's administration, contributing to the decline of the Ptolemaic Dynasty. In 204 BC, Ptolemy IV's reign came to an end with his passing, and his young son, Ptolemy V Epiphanes, succeeded him. The transition of power was marred by power struggles and internal divisions within the royal court. Ptolemy IV Philopator's legacy lies in the delicate interplay of Greek and Egyptian cultures during the Hellenistic era, his military accomplishments, and the internal challenges that foreshadowed the eventual decline of Ptolemaic Egypt. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
Match 4:
| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 198 | Silver | Auction date: 25 February 2024 |
| Lot number: 141 Price realized: 130 EUR (Approx. 141 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. Alexandreia. Ptolemy IV Philopator 222-205 BC. Drachm Æ 41 mm, 60,80 g Diademed head of Zeus Ammon to right, with ram's horn in his hair and over the diadem / BAΣIΛEΩΣ ΠTOΛEMAIOY, Eagle with closed wings standing left on thunderbolt; to left, cornucopia; between eagle's legs, Σ. Very Fine Weiser 60 (Ptolemy III); SNG Copenhagen 205-6 var. (ΣΕ between legs). Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
Match 5:
| Savoca Numismatik GmbH & Co. KG > Online Auction 193 | Silver | Auction date: 28 January 2024 |
| Lot number: 104 Price realized: 65 EUR (Approx. 70 USD) Note: Prices do not include buyer's fees. | |
| Lot description: Ptolemaic Kingdom of Egypt. Alexandreia. Ptolemy IV Philopator 222-205 BC. Hemidrachm Æ 35 mm, 27,05 g Diademed head of Zeus Ammon to right, with ram's horn in his hair and over the diadem / BAΣIΛE[ΩΣ] ΠTOΛEMAIOY, Eagle with closed wings standing left on thunderbolt, head right, filleted cornucopia over his shoulder; between eagle's legs, ΛI. Very Fine Svoronos 1128; SNG Copenhagen 203-4. Ptolemy IV Philopator, a notable figure in the Hellenistic period, assumed the throne of Egypt in 221 BC, succeeding his father, Ptolemy III Euergetes. His name, "Philopator," signifies his affection for his father, a common practice among Egyptian pharaohs who adopted various titles and names to reflect their attributes. During his reign, Ptolemy IV became embroiled in the ongoing conflicts between the Ptolemaic Dynasty and the Seleucid Empire, most notably exemplified by the Battle of Raphia in 217 BC. This decisive clash pitted Ptolemy IV against Antiochus III the Great of the Seleucids, with Ptolemy emerging victorious. Ptolemy IV was not solely a warrior; he was also a patron of culture and the arts. His affinity for Greek literature and culture led to the promotion of Greek traditions in Egypt, albeit with some resistance from the indigenous Egyptian population. Amid these cultural pursuits, his reign was fraught with political instability, corruption, and a weakening of the kingdom's administration, contributing to the decline of the Ptolemaic Dynasty. In 204 BC, Ptolemy IV's reign came to an end with his passing, and his young son, Ptolemy V Epiphanes, succeeded him. The transition of power was marred by power struggles and internal divisions within the royal court. Ptolemy IV Philopator's legacy lies in the delicate interplay of Greek and Egyptian cultures during the Hellenistic era, his military accomplishments, and the internal challenges that foreshadowed the eventual decline of Ptolemaic Egypt. Starting price: 50 EUR |  |
