© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Æ16 - Philip III 323 BC - 310 BC
| Bronze | 3.5 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 310 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.5 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#299441 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 85% |
Reverse
Macedonian helmet; kerykeion to right, monogram to left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Β Α
Translation: King
Comment
This type was for a long time subject to variable attributions but modern sources agree on Philip III.
Recent studies attribute it to Alexander IV, i.e. the same period.
Interesting fact
The coin , the Æ16 Philip III coin from the Kingdom of Macedonia, is considered a rare and valuable collector's item. It's believed that only a small number of these coins were minted, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians. Additionally, the coin's design features an image of Philip III, who was a powerful king in ancient Macedonia, which adds to its historical significance and value.
