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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Drachm - Alexander III Sardis 334 BC - 323 BC
| Silver | 4.14 g | 17 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 | 4.14 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#406445 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field monogram and below the throne torch.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin , which features Alexander III (also known as Alexander the Great) and was minted in Sardis, is considered one of the most well-known and widely circulated coins of the ancient Greek world. Its design has been widely influential, with many other coins and currencies borrowing elements from its design over the centuries. Additionally, the coin's silver content and relatively small weight made it a practical and portable form of currency for everyday transactions, contributing to its widespread use and popularity.
