Philip II; 1/5 Tetradrachm; head of Apollo/youth on horse
Description:
Macedonian Kingdom, Philip III - Kassander in the name of Philip II (359 - 336 BC). 1/5 Tetradrachm, Amphipolis mint ca. 323-315 BC. Head of Apollo right, wearing taenia / ΦIΛIΠΠOΥ; nude youth on horseback right, branch below.
Diameter:
AR15 mm
Weight:
2,48 g
Grade:
gVF/gVF
Attribution:
Le Rider Taf. 46,26; SNG ANS 711 ff.
Commentary:
great details, good metal, shiny surfaces, well centered
History:
Kassander never put his name on silver and gold coinage, which bears the names of Philip and Alexander instead.
Article Number:
035-03-03-41652