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Hemidrachm - Philip II Pella 359 BC - 336 BC
| Silver | 1.14 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (359 BC - 336 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 359 BC - 336 BC |
| Value | Hemidrachm (½) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.14 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182067 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Horseman, his right hand raised in salute, riding prancing horse to left, Below, monogram
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Interesting fact
The Hemidrachm coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, and it was also used as a way to promote the king's image and ideology. The coin features an image of King Philip II on one side and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was minted during a time when Macedonia was becoming increasingly powerful and influential in the ancient world, and it serves as a symbol of the kingdom's growing prosperity and influence.
