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Drachm - Alexander III Sardis 334 BC - 323 BC
| Silver | 4.10 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 | 4.10 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Thickness | 1 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#409188 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; below the throne rose.
Monogram 'NK' in the left field.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin featuring Alexander III (Sardis) from the Kingdom of Macedonia is interesting because it was used during a time when ancient Macedonia was expanding its territories and influence, with Alexander the Great leading the empire's expansion. This coin was likely used in trade and commerce during that time, and its design may have been meant to symbolize the power and wealth of the Macedonian Empire.
