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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Stater - Philip III Arrhidaeus Abydos 323 BC - 317 BC
| Gold | 8.7 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 | 8.7 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#426884 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand; in left field monogram above pentagram and below left wing snake.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
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 conflicts with other Diadochi (successors of Alexander the Great). Despite these challenges, the coinage of Philip III, including the Stater, remained consistent in its design and quality, reflecting the enduring legacy of Alexander's empire.
