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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm - Philip III Arrhidaios Babylon 323 BC - 317 BC
| Silver | 17.28 g | 29 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 | 17.28 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field head of Helios facing and below the throne ΚΥ.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΦIΛIΠΠOY
ΚΥ
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
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 Hercules, who was also associated with lions. This imagery highlights the blending of Greek and Persian cultural influences during the Hellenistic period.
