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Drachm In the name of Alexander III; Abydos 301 BC - 297 BC
| Silver | 4.24 g | 19 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 297 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.24 g |
| Diameter | 19 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#398651 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field monogram, below throne head left with Phrygian cap.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin was minted during the reign of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II of Macedon. It features an image of a youthful Alexander III on the obverse (front side), indicating that it was issued early in his reign, before he became known as Alexander the Great. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact from a pivotal moment in ancient Greek history.
