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Tetradrachm In the name of Philip II; Amphipolis 323 BC - 315 BC
| Silver | 14.32 g | 26.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) |
| Regent | Antipater (321 BC - 319 BC) Polyperchon (319 BC - 317 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 315 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.32 g |
| Diameter | 26.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185251 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jockey, holding palm branch, riding a horse walking to right.
Below horse, monogram "TE" and letter Λ
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Translation: Philip (II)
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was used during the reign of Philip II of Macedon, who was the father of Alexander the Great. It features an image of Zeus on one side and Philip II on the other, signifying the king's divine right to rule. This coin was widely used throughout the ancient Greek world and was considered a symbol of Macedonian power and influence.
