Flag of EgyptEgyptian Art332–30 B.C.

Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard is a egyptian art from Egypt created in 332–30 B.C. using bronze measuring diam. 3.7 cm (1 7/16 in) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

About This Artwork

MediumBronze
Dimensionsdiam. 3.7 cm (1 7/16 in)
DepartmentEgyptian Art
Credit LineRogers Fund and Edward S. Harkness Gift, 1922
Date332–30 B.C.

Historical Context

Culture & Period

dating from the Ptolemaic Period period. The estimated date range is 332 BC – 30 BC.

Geography

Origin: Upper Egypt, Thebes, Egypt. Flag of Egypt

Frequently Asked Questions

What department houses Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard?

Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.

When was Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard created?

Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard dates to 332–30 B.C..

What material is Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard made from?

Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard is crafted from bronze.

Where does Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard originate?

Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard originates from Egypt.

Is Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard in the public domain?

Coin from a Ptolemaic hoard is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.

Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026

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