Stater - Philip II (Pella) (340 BC - 328 BC) front Stater - Philip II (Pella) (340 BC - 328 BC) back
Stater - Philip II (Pella) (340 BC - 328 BC) photo
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Stater - Philip II Pella 340 BC - 328 BC

 
Gold 8.64 g 20 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
King
Philip II (359 BC - 336 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
340 BC - 328 BC
Value
Gold Stater (20)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.64 g
Diameter
20 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#181405
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Charioteer driving biga to right, below, kantharos

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ

Interesting fact

The Stater coin of Philip II (Pella) was used as a means of payment for soldiers and mercenaries during his military campaigns.