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Drachm In the name of Alexander III; Magnesia 323 BC - 319 BC
| Silver | 4.3 g | 18.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) |
| Regent | Antipater (321 BC - 319 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 319 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.3 g |
| Diameter | 18.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#190071 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left on backless throne, holding eagle in his right hand and long scepter with his left. To left, bee and to right, spear-head upwards
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
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 youthful Alexander III (also known as Alexander the Great) on the other. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign, and it highlights the significance of his lineage and legacy.
