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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Stater - Philip III Archideos Babylon 323 BC - 317 BC
| Gold | 8.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 317 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182121 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left, holding wreath in her right hand and stylis with her left. Below her left wing, ΛΥ, to left, Μ.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Translation: King Philip III
Interesting fact
The Stater coin of Philip III Archideos (Babylon) was used as a means of payment for soldiers and mercenaries during his military campaigns.
