© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Oktadrachm - Alexander I 465 BC - 460 BC
| Silver | 29.01 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander I Philhellene (498 BC - 454 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 465 BC - 460 BC |
| Value | Octadrachm (8) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 29.01 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#390996 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Quadripartite square within larger incuse square
Script: Greek
Lettering: AΛE – ΞA – NΔ – PO
Unabridged legend: Aλέξανδρος
Translation: Alexander
Comment
Svoronos, Hellénisme Primitif, pl. XIII, 9; Raymond, ANSMN 126, 46; McFadden, The ancient coin market, Minerva vol. 6, 1, p. 49.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Oktadrachm 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 the Great on the other side. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign, and it is believed that the image of his father was included to emphasize Alexander's connection to his ancestors and to legitimize his rule.
