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Tetradrachm - Philip II Pella 342 BC - 336 BC
| Silver | 14.35 g | 24 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip II (359 BC - 336 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 342 BC - 336 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 14.35 g |
| Diameter | 24 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#197033 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Youth on horseback right, holding reins and long palm branch; thunderbolt below, ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ around, N in exergue.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
N
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from the reign of Philip II of Macedonia (342-336 BCE) 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 Greek practice of featuring only gods or goddesses on coins. This change in design was a deliberate move by Philip II to promote his own image and authority, reflecting the growing power and influence of the Macedonian kingdom at the time.
