© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Drachm - Philip III Side 323 BC - 317 BC
| Silver | 4.21 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 317 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.21 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#412714 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field pomegranate and below the throne Λ.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Translation: Philip (III)
Comment
Thompson, Side 11-13.
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin , which features Philip III (Side) from the Kingdom of Macedonia, is considered a rare and valuable collector's item among numismatists. It's estimated that only a small number of these coins were minted during Philip III's reign, making them highly sought after by collectors and historians. Additionally, the fact that it's made of silver and weighs 4.21 grams adds to its rarity and value.
