“THE” CLEOPATRA VII SILVER TETRADRACHM. This Ptolemaic Kingdom silver tetradrachm (or often billon) from Alexandria, minted in 37/36 BC (Regnal Year 16), features Cleopatra VII and holds significant historical value, often trading at. In grades like NGC Fine. It typically displays a diademed head of Ptolemy I on the obverse and an eagle on a thunderbolt on the reverse. Key Features & Historical Context (37/38 BC). Year 14 (39/38 BC) or Year 16 (37/36 BC) are common for this period, highlighting her final years of rule. Struck during Cleopatra VII’s alliance with Mark Antony, representing the final years of the Ptolemaic dynasty before Roman annexation. While honoring Ptolemy I (founder), these coins often feature a “headdress of Isis” (associated with Cleopatra) next to the eagle. (a low-grade silver alloyed with copper) due to economic strain. NGC Fine (Fine/Choice Fine) indicates a well-circulated coin with clear, legible key design elements (head/eagle), often with worn high points.