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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Drachm - Alexander III Sardis 334 BC - 323 BC
| Silver | 4.25 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 334 BC - 323 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.25 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#406436 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field bee and below the throne monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin featuring Alexander III (Sardis) was used as a form of currency during his reign, which lasted from 334 BC to 323 BC. It was made of silver and weighed 4.25 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the coin was widely accepted and used for trade and commerce throughout the Kingdom of Macedonia and beyond. Its design featured an image of Alexander the Great on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other, signifying the powerful alliance between the Macedonian kingdom and the city-state of Athens. Today, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into the economic and political history of ancient Macedonia.
