© Pedro Branco (CC BY)
© Pedro Branco (CC BY)
Drachm In the name of Alexander III; Kolophon 323 BC - 319 BC
| Silver | 4.1 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Regent | Antipater (321 BC - 319 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 319 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Thickness | 2.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#149963 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Zeus Aëtophoros seated on throne, facing left, holding a long sceptre in his left hand and an eagle with closed wings in his right hand in front of him. Lyre in the left field and a B below the throne.
Script: Greek
Lettering: AΛEΞANΔPOY
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II, on one side, and an image of a lion on the other. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign, and it is believed that the lion symbolized Alexander's bravery and strength as a leader.
