© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Stater In the name of Philip II; Pella 336 BC - 328 BC
| Gold | 8.59 g | 17.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 336 BC - 328 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.59 g |
| Diameter | 17.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#187727 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Biga rushing to right, driven by charioteer holding goad in his right hand and reins in his left. Below horses, thunderbolt.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Interesting fact
The Stater coin was used as a means of payment for soldiers and mercenaries during the reign of Philip II of Macedon, who is best known for being the father of Alexander the Great.
