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Drachm In the name of Alexander III; Kolophon 323 BC - 319 BC
| Silver | 17.3 g | 24.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 319 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.3 g |
| Diameter | 24.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185285 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left on backless throne, holding eagle in his right hand and long scepter with his left. Below throne, wheat grains and to right, lance-head upwards
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin was issued during the reign of Alexander III, also known as Alexander the Great, who was the king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia. The coin features an image of Alexander's father, Philip II, on one side and a goddess on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and trade throughout the kingdom and was also used to pay soldiers and mercenaries. It's interesting to note that the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable resource at the time and was used to symbolize the wealth and power of the Macedonian kingdom.
