© CGB
© CGB
Æ - Antigonos II Gonatas 277 BC - 239 BC
| Bronze | 4.5 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Antigonus II Gonatas (277 BC - 239 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 277 BC - 239 BC |
| Value | Hemiobol (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 4.5 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Coin alignment ↑↓ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#211506 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Horseman right, ANTI monogram below, B-A above
Lettering:
B A
ANTI
Comment
This type is also sometimes attributed to Cassandra, but with the small monogram under the horse, it is indeed antigone gonatas.antigone gonatas is inspired by a type already used by Cassander (319-297 BC).
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a shield on one side and a helmet on the other, which were symbols of the Macedonian kingdom and military power.
