Ancient Kingdom of Macedon King Philip II Bronze Unit (c. 340–328 BC) ☆

Denomination: Follis

Historical Period: Roman: Imperial (27 BC-476 AD)

Cleaned/Uncleaned: Uncleaned

Composition: Bronze

Provenance: Ownership History Not Available

Year: 340 AD

Era: Ancient

Fineness: 0.9

KM Number: 14

Ruler: Philip II

An exceptional, selection-grade window into the rise of the Macedonian Empire: an authentic ancient bronze unit struck in the name of King Philip II of Macedon (ruled 359–336 BC). Philip II was a brilliant military reformer who transformed Macedonia from a fractured northern kingdom into the dominant superpower of the Greek world, leaving behind the unstoppable army and global empire that his son, Alexander the Great, would use to conquer Persia.

This specific piece is a beautiful, textbook example of Philip's imperial lifetime coinage. The reverse captures a spirited horse and youthful jockey galloping to the right—a proud, direct celebration of Philip’s historic victory in the Olympic horse races. Struck directly beneath the horse's belly is the distinct, crisp control mark featuring the letters VE (frequently rendered as a combined monogram). Boasting a phenomenal, highly lustrous brassy-golden eye appeal, this specimen is a true numismatic showpiece.