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Unit: CM.6494-2007

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Object information

Current Location: In storage

Maker(s)

Ruler: Philip II (359-336BC)

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Notes

History note: Ex Ritchie W. Post, from the F. Martin Post Collection; bt F.S. Robinson, Albany, NY, x.2000

Measurements and weight

Image(height): 17.75 mm
Image(width): 18.00 mm

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2007-11-19) by The Post Family Trust

Dating

-359 BCE - -336 BCE

Components of the work

Object composed of bronze Die Axis 225 degrees Weight 5.78 g

Inscription or legends present

Inscription present: Head of Apollo right

  • Location: Obverse
  • Type: Design

Inscription present: Nude horseman riding right in circle

  • Text: PHILIPPOU
  • Location: Reverse
  • Type: Design

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.6494-2007
Primary reference Number: 166057
SNG: ANS viii.850
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Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Friday 15 December 2023 Last processed: Friday 15 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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