© ALAMIR
© ALAMIR
Æ17 - Antigonos Gonatas 277 BC - 239 BC
| Bronze | 3.4 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Antigonus II Gonatas (277 BC - 239 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 277 BC - 239 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 3.4 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#144749 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
BA-ΣI
Lettering: Macedonian helmet
Comment
The denominations of bronze coins that are unknown to numismatists are referred to as Æ, (or AE, which means it is made of a base alloy), and with the diameter after it.Interesting fact
The coin features the image of Antigonos Gonatas, who was a powerful king of the Kingdom of Macedonia during the Hellenistic period. He was known for his military conquests and his efforts to unify the fractured kingdoms of Greece under his rule. Despite his achievements, he faced opposition from other powerful kingdoms and was ultimately killed in battle. The coin bearing his image was likely minted during his reign and circulated throughout the kingdom.
