Monday, July 19, 2010

(Susan B.) Anthony and Cleopatra

While I was perusing through the exhibit Numismatics has in the museum, I stumbled upon this interesting find between Susan B. Anthony and Cleopatra. Apparently, there are noticeable similarities between the design of the Susan B. Anthony dollar and an ancient coin of Cleopatra VII. My question is, was that on purpose or just coincidence? Unfortunately I could not find any more information on whether this was purposely done by the engraver. Regardless, I thought this was an interesting enough find to post.




Cleopatra coin (Image from pepysdiary.com) and a 1979 Susan B. Anthony dollar (Image from www.preciousmetalshop.com).

1 comment:

  1. Fascinating! Seems too similar to be a coincidence. Go numismatics!

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