Summary
A copper coin issued by King Philip II of Macedonia in the period 359-336 BC
Die axis: 12
Obverse Description
Head of Artemis facing right hair bound and bow over shoulder
Reverse Description
Naked youth on horse prancing to right, below horse worn lettering
Edge Description
Plain
Significance
Philip II of Macedon was king of Macedon from 359 BC until his assassination in 336 BC, he was the father of Alexander III ( the Great) and Philip III.
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Acquisition Information
Transfer from National Gallery of Victoria (NGV), Dr William Howat, 15 Mar 1976
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Date Issued
359-336 BC
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Issued By
King Philip II, Macedonia, Ancient Greek States, 359-336 BC
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Deity Depicted
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Series
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Material
Bronze
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Axis
12
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Classification
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Type of item
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Dimensions
19 mm (Outside Diameter), 5.806 g (Weight)
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Shape
Off round
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