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Drachm In the name of Alexander III; Kolophon 310 BC - 301 BC
| Silver | 4.1 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| General | Antigonus I Monophthalmus (306 BC - 301 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 310 BC - 301 BC |
| Value | 1 Drachm |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#378822 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand. Symbol (Left Field): Κ; Symbol (Beneath Throne): Crescent.
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 side, and a horse on the reverse side. This coin was used as a means of payment for soldiers and merchants, and its design was meant to symbolize the power and strength of the Macedonian kingdom.
