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Tetradrachm - Philip III Arrhidaios Babylon 323 BC - 317 BC
| Silver | 17.16 g | 25.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 317 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.16 g |
| Diameter | 25.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#190076 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Zeus seated to left on backless throne, holding eagle in his right hand and long scepter in his left. To left, M and below throne, ΛY
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΦIΛIΠΠOY
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
M
ΛY
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin of Philip III Arrhidaios (Babylon) features an image of the king wearing a lion's skin headdress, which was a symbol of his connection to the ancient Greek hero Heracles, who was also associated with lions. This imagery highlights the blending of Greek and Persian cultural influences during the Hellenistic period.
