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Tetradrachm In the name of Philip II; Pella 323 BC - 315 BC
| Silver | 14.36 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 315 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.36 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#184324 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jockey, holding palm branch, riding a horse walking to right. Below horse, serpent coiled to right and in exergue, Boeotian shield
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Translation: Philip (II)
Comment
LeRider-531This appears to be a variety as the Boeotian shield is typically under the horse's foreleg, not in exergue.
https://www.wildwinds.com/coins/greece/macedonia/kings/philip_II/LeRider_531.txt
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. What's interesting is that this coin was not only used as currency but also as a symbol of the king's power and influence. In fact, it was said that Philip II's coinage was so widely accepted that it was used as a form of currency even beyond the borders of Macedonia. This coin, in particular, was minted in the city of Pella, which was the capital of Macedonia at the time.
