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Tetrachalkon - Philip II Thunderbolt 359 BC - 336 BC
| Bronze | 6.5 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (359 BC - 336 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 359 BC - 336 BC |
| Value | Tetrachalkon (1⁄12) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 6.5 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#173875 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Naked young person riding a horse to the right, thunderbolt below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦIΛIΠΠOY
Translation: Philip II
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Tetrachalkon coin featuring Philip II (Thunderbolt) from the Kingdom of Macedonia was used as a means of payment for soldiers and mercenaries during his military campaigns. Its bronze material and 6.5g weight made it a durable and practical coin for everyday transactions.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (359 BC - 336 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetrachalkon - Philip II (Thunderbolt) (359 BC - 336 BC) coin.
