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Drachm - Antigonos II Gonatas Amphipolis 271 BC - 239 BC
| Silver | 3.92 g | 17.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Antigonus II Gonatas (277 BC - 239 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 271 BC - 239 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 3.92 g |
| Diameter | 17.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185536 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Athena Alkis striding left, brandishing a thunderbolt in her right hand. To left, Macedonian helmet and to right, ΤΙ
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΝΤΙΓΟΝΟΥ
ΤΙ
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin of Antigonos II Gonatas (Amphipolis) features an image of the king on one side and the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and was also seen as a symbol of the king's power and authority.
