The Cook Islands Ancient Greece program also feautres three coins dedicated to their most famous rulers, this edition bearing the profile effigy of Ptolemaios I. This beautifully minted silk finish gold coin sparks collector interest with it’s classic design and visible relief of the motif.
Also referred to as King of Egypt, was a Macedonian general and companion of Alexander the Great. In addition to his military achievements, he introduced coinage to Egypt as well as establishing the famous Great Library of Alexandria.