Drachm - Philip III (323 BC - 280 BC) front Drachm - Philip III (323 BC - 280 BC) back
Drachm - Philip III (323 BC - 280 BC) photo
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Drachm - Philip III 323 BC - 280 BC

 
Silver 4.28 g 17 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
King
Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
323 BC - 280 BC
Value
Drachm (1)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
4.28 g
Diameter
17 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#412708
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field ΦΙΛ above star.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ

Translation: Philip (III)

Comment

Uncertain mint in western Asia Minor.

Interesting fact

The Drachm coin of Philip III (323 BC - 280 BC) from the Kingdom of Macedonia was used as a means of payment for soldiers and mercenaries during his military campaigns.