


© Nomos AG
Stater - Philip III Arrhidaeus Abydos 323 BC - 317 BC
Gold | 8.58 g | - |
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 | 8.58 g |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#185097 |
---|---|
Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left, holding wreath in her right hand and stylis with her left. To left, monogram over cornucopiae
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Translation: Philip III
Interesting fact
The Stater coin of Philip III Arrhidaeus (Abydos) was minted during a time of great turmoil in the Kingdom of Macedonia. Philip III was the son of Alexander the Great's half-brother, and his reign was marked by power struggles and wars with neighboring kingdoms. Despite these challenges, the coinage of Philip III, including the Stater, was known for its high quality and beauty, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of the Macedonian Empire.