Ptolemaic coins

Ptolemaic coins were currency issued by the Ptolemaic dynasty, a ruling family of Egypt during the Hellenistic period (circa 305-30 BCE). These coins often combined Greek and Egyptian symbols, reflecting the cultural blend of ruling Greeks and local Egyptians. They served as standardized economic tools, facilitating trade across the Mediterranean. The coins featured images of rulers, deities, and symbols of authority, often made of precious metals like gold and silver, indicating value and prestige. Their distinctive designs and inscriptions help historians understand the political and cultural influences of the Ptolemaic era.