Stater - Philip III Arrhidaeus (Abydos) (323 BC - 317 BC) front Stater - Philip III Arrhidaeus (Abydos) (323 BC - 317 BC) back
Stater - Philip III Arrhidaeus (Abydos) (323 BC - 317 BC) photo
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Stater - Philip III Arrhidaeus Abydos 323 BC - 317 BC

 
Gold 8.58 g -
Description
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
References
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.