(Philip II of Macedon)? Coin Help [opgelost]

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Hello,
I bought this coin some time ago and have wanted to know a bit more about it. I only got told that it is of Philip II. The dimensions are 5.9 grams, 15 mm diameter. I am pretty sure it is real however I bought it on eBay so I can never be too sure.

If anyone could tell me anything about the coin I would highly appreciate it. I would like to know about the obverse and reverse and what exactly they show or just any information on the coin.

Thank you.

Hello

You have what would be called an Æ15 (a bronze coin with a diameter of 15mm). Æ stands for aes, Latin for copper or bronze.

Similar to this coin:
https://en.numista.com/catalogue/pieces173875.html

Technically, the obverse depicts a young male head with a taenia (Greek hair band) facing left. Nobody really knows whose it is. Most references will say it's the god Apollo, others will say it's young Philip. Same for the reverse: it's a naked horseman wearing a petasos (hat), but nobody really knows who it is. May be Philip, may be just a generic depiction.
Thank you very much you are the first person who has managed to help me with this coin
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