© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Drachm In the name of Alexander III; Magnesia 325 BC - 323 BC
| Silver | 4.21 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 325 BC - 323 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.21 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#406603 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field bucranium and in right field spear head upward.
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 III (later known as Alexander the Great) on the obverse, and a seated Zeus on the reverse. This coin was used as a means of payment for soldiers and merchants, and its design was meant to symbolize the power and influence of the Macedonian kingdom.
