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Æ17 In the name of Alexander III; Miletus 323 BC - 319 BC
| Copper | 4.2 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Regent | Perdiccas (323 BC - 321 BC) Antipater (321 BC - 319 BC) |
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) Alexander IV (323 BC - 310 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 319 BC |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#298137 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Horseman right; labrys (zeus' axe) and monogram behind; monogram below.
Script: Greek
Lettering: BAΣIΛEΩΣ AΛEΞANΔPOY
Translation: King Alexander (III, the Great)
Comment
Struck posthumouslyInteresting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features the image of a youthful Alexander the Great, wearing a lion's skin headdress and carrying a spear, while the reverse (back) side depicts a seated Zeus holding a scepter and a small statue of Victory. This coin was minted during Alexander's lifetime, and its design reflects the king's desire to associate himself with the powerful gods of Greek mythology.
