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Æ - Alexander III 336 BC - 323 BC
| Bronze | 5.68 g | 18.75 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 336 BC - 323 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 5.68 g |
| Diameter | 18.75 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#431038 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Quiver on bow and club.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
E
Interesting fact
The coin features an image of Alexander the Great on one side and an image of Zeus on the other, symbolizing the king's divine right to rule.
