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Hemistater - Philip II Amphipolis 340 BC - 328 BC
| Gold | 4.30 g | 14 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (359 BC - 336 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 340 BC - 328 BC |
| Value | ½ Gold Stater (10) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 4.30 g |
| Diameter | 14 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#413119 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forepart of lion to right; crescent below, ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ above.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Unabridged legend: Philippoy
Translation: Philip
Comment
SNG ANS 280 var. (scallop instead shell on reverse)
@American Numismatic Society
Interesting fact
The Hemistater coin featuring Philip II of Macedonia was minted during his reign, which saw significant military conquests and territorial expansion for the Kingdom of Macedonia. Despite being made of gold, the coin was used as a means of payment for everyday transactions, indicating the high value placed on gold during that time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (340 BC - 328 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Hemistater - Philip II (Amphipolis) (340 BC - 328 BC) coin.
