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Drachm In the name of Alexander III; Magnesia ad Maeandrum 319 BC - 305 BC
| Silver | 4.2 g | 17.5 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 | 4.2 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#398028 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Zeus Aëtophoros seated to left, holding eagle and scepter. AΛEΞANΔΡOY to right.
ΣΔΡ monogram in left field, AT monogram below throne.
Script: Greek
Lettering: AΛEΞANΔΡOY
Translation: ALEXANDER (III, the Great)
Comment
Struck as Strategos or king, in the name and types of Alexander III.
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 seated Zeus on the other. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign, and it highlights the importance of Alexander's family and his connection to the gods in ancient Macedonian culture.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (319 BC - 305 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Drachm (In the name of Alexander III; Magnesia ad Maeandrum) (319 BC - 305 BC) coin.
