PRICE PELLA Philip II 137 — Alexander III Tetradrachm
PRICE PELLA Philip II 137 · 347 BC-328 BC · Amphipolis
Obverse
Laureate head of Zeus to right
Reverse
ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ
Nude youth riding horse to right, reins in left hand, victory palm in right hand
About This Type
This PRICE PELLA Philip II 137 is a tetradrachm of Alexander III (347 BC-328 BC), struck at the Amphipolis mint. The reverse depicts Nude youth riding horse to right, reins in left hand, victory palm in right hand. Struck in silver at a standard weight of 14.9g.
About the Tetradrachm
The tetradrachm was the principal large silver coin of the Greek world, equivalent to four drachms. Weights vary by standard — Attic tetradrachms weigh approximately 17 grams, while other standards differ. The denomination was struck from the sixth century BC through the Roman provincial period.
About the Amphipolis Mint
Amphipolis was a major Macedonian mint, particularly active under Alexander the Great and his successors. It was one of the largest producers of Alexander-type tetradrachms.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is PRICE PELLA Philip II 137?
- PRICE PELLA Philip II 137 is a Silver Tetradrachm of Alexander III (347 BC-328 BC) struck at the Amphipolis mint cataloged under Price no. PELLA Philip II 137.
- How do you identify PRICE PELLA Philip II 137?
- The obverse depicts Laureate head of Zeus to right. The reverse depicts Nude youth riding horse to right, reins in left hand, victory palm in right hand with the inscription ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ. Portrait type: laureate.
- What are the physical specifications of PRICE PELLA Philip II 137?
- PRICE PELLA Philip II 137 was struck in Silver, standard weight 14.9g, die axis 12 h, struck.
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