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Drachm In the name of Alexander III; Side 323 BC - 317 BC
| Silver | 4.25 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 317 BC |
| Value | Drachm (1) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 4.25 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185089 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left on backless throne, holding eagle in his right hand and long scepter in his left. Below throne, Α
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
A
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 large quantities to support the military campaigns of Alexander the Great, who conquered a vast portion of the known world at the time. The coin's design features the image of a youthful Alexander III on the obverse (front side), while the reverse (back side) bears the image of a lion attacking a stag, symbolizing the kingdom's strength and power.
