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One of twenty Ancient Greek, twelve Roman, one Byzantine and one fake of a Roman Republican coin that belonged to late Prof. Nicholas Coldstream, FBA (K) (1927-2008), Yates Professor of Classical Art and Archaeology, University College London:: CM.615-2008

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Titles

One of twenty Ancient Greek, twelve Roman, one Byzantine and one fake of a Roman Republican coin that belonged to late Prof. Nicholas Coldstream, FBA (K) (1927-2008), Yates Professor of Classical Art and Archaeology, University College London:

Maker(s)

Mint: Amphipolis
Ruler: Philip II (359-336BC)

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Description

Macedonia, Philip II, posthumous AR 1/5th tetradrachm, Amphipolis, c. 323/2–316/5 BC, rev. Male rider to right, control marks diademed kausia and E (Le Rider p. 122), 2.50g.

Notes

History note: Under Review

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (2008-11-24) by Coldstream, Nicola

Dating

Circa -0323 - -0315

Components of the work

Object Weight 2.5 g

Materials used in production

Silver

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.615-2008
Primary reference Number: 248704
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Created: Monday 14 September 2020 Updated: Wednesday 19 May 2021 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

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

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