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Stater In the name of Philip II, Amphipolis
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
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| Year | 323 BC - 315 BC |
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| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
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| Obverse description | Laureate head of Apollo facing right, rendered in fine high relief with idealized Hellenistic features. The deity is depicted youthful and beardless, with elaborately braided and curled hair secured by a laurel wreath, the locks arranged with great sculptural precision. The facial profile displays a straight nose, softly parted lips, and a strong chin, reflecting the refined artistic style characteristic of Macedonian royal coinage of the late 4th century BC. The flat field surrounding the effigy is unadorned, allowing the portrait to dominate the flan. |
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| Reverse description | A biga galloping to the right at full speed, driven by a charioteer who holds the reins in his left hand and a kentron (goad) in his right, depicted in dynamic profile. The horses are rendered with vigorous musculature, their legs extended in full gallop. Below the exergual line, a trident symbol appears oriented to the right, serving as a mint or issue control mark. The legend ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ is inscribed in the field, identifying the coin as issued in the name of Philip II. |
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| Reverse lettering | ΦΙΛΙΠΠΟΥ (Translation: Philip (II)) |
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