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© simoneo80
Drachm - Alexander III Miletos 325 BC - 323 BC
| Silver | 4 g | 16.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 325 BC - 323 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4 g |
| Diameter | 16.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#188846 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Zeus Aëtophoros seated left, holding sceptre.
Thunderbolt in left field, monogram ΔΗ below throne.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
AΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ΔΗ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Drachm - Alexander III (Miletos) coin was used as a form of currency during the reign of Alexander the Great, who conquered a vast portion of the known world at the time. The coin features an image of Alexander on one side and a goddess on the other, symbolizing the powerful empire that he ruled. Despite being over 2,000 years old, some of these coins have survived in good condition and are highly prized by collectors today.
