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Æ Unit - Philip II Trident 359 BC - 336 BC
| Bronze | 6.5 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (359 BC - 336 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 359 BC - 336 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#376437 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Rider on horseback right; trident and monogram below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦIΛIΠΠOY
Translation: Philip II
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of King Philip II of Macedon, who was the father of Alexander the Great. He was known for his military conquests and expansion of the Macedonian Empire. The trident symbol on the coin represents his power and authority as a ruler.
