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Tetradrachm - Philip III Arrhidaios Pella 323 BC - 315 BC
Silver | 14.36 g | 22.0 mm |
Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
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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 | 22.0 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#185249 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Jockey, holding palm branch, riding a horse walking to left. To right, below horse’s foreleg, Θ
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin of Philip III Arrhidaios (Pella) was used as a means of payment for soldiers and mercenaries during his reign. It was an important coin for the kingdom's economy and was widely used for trade and commerce.