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Tetradrachm - Philip II Amphipolis 315 BC - 294 BC
| Silver | 13.70 g | 24.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (359 BC - 336 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 315 BC - 294 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.70 g |
| Diameter | 24.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185506 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Young jockey, holding palm branch and reins, riding horse to right. Below horse, Λ over race torch and below horse’s foreleg, monogram of ΜΕ
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Λ
ΜΕ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from the reign of Philip II of Macedonia (315-294 BC) was the first coin to feature the image of a king, specifically Philip II, on one side and a god, Apollo, on the other. This was a departure from the traditional ancient Greek practice of featuring only gods or goddesses on coins. This change in design was a reflection of the growing power and influence of the Macedonian kingdom under Philip II's rule.
