© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Drachm In the name of Alexander III; Magnesia ad Maeadrum 319 BC - 305 BC
| Silver | 4.1 g | 16.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| General | Antigonus I Monophthalmus (306 BC - 301 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 319 BC - 305 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.1 g |
| Diameter | 16.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#332977 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Zeus Aëtophoros seated to left, holding eagle and scepter. AΛEΞANΔΡOY to right.
ΠA monogram in left field, AT monogram below throne. B in right field
Script: Greek
Lettering: AΛEΞANΔΡOY
Translation: ALEXANDER (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Drachm coin was used during the reign of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II of Macedon. It was minted in the city of Magnesia ad Maeadrum, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the ancient world. The coin features an image of a youthful Alexander III on one side and an image of Zeus on the other, highlighting the close relationship between the Macedonian royal family and the gods. This coin was used for everyday transactions and was also used to pay soldiers and mercenaries. Despite its small size, it played a significant role in the economy of the ancient world.
