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Drachm In the name of Alexander III; Colophon 310 BC - 301 BC
| Silver | 4.21 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 310 BC - 301 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.21 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#405740 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field crescent and lion head left, below throne N.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin was issued during the reign of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II of Macedon. It features an image of a youthful Alexander on one side and an image of Zeus on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment for soldiers and merchants and was also used to pay taxes. It's interesting to note that the coin's design was meant to showcase the power and influence of the Macedonian kingdom at the time.
