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The Philippeion was erected by Philip II, King of Macedonia after the victory of Chaeroneia in 338 BCE. Originally there were 18 Ionic columns and inside were gold and ivory statues of Philip's family.
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Cartwright, M. (2012, April 26). The Philippeion of Olympia. Ancient History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.ancient.eu/image/441/
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