⅒ Tetradrachm - Alexander II (370 BC - 368 BC) front ⅒ Tetradrachm - Alexander II (370 BC - 368 BC) back
⅒ Tetradrachm - Alexander II (370 BC - 368 BC) photo
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⅒ Tetradrachm - Alexander II 370 BC - 368 BC

 
Silver 0.98 g 12 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
King
Alexander II (370 BC - 368 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
370 BC - 368 BC
Value
1⁄10 Tetradrachm (⅖)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.98 g
Diameter
12 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#390925
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Rider raising his right hand in greeting, on horse walking to right.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΛ ΕΞ ΑΝ ΔΡ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alexander II, also known as Alexander the Great, who was the king of Macedonia and conquered a vast portion of the known world at the time. Despite his short reign, he had a profound impact on history and his legacy continues to be felt even today.