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© Classical Numismatic Group, Inc.
Tetradrachm 328 BC - 311 BC
| Silver | 15.66 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Satrapy of Babylon (Alexandrian Empire in Persia (330 BC - 305 BC)) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 328 BC - 311 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm (330-305 BC) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 15.66 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#432500 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Lion advancing left; Γ above.
Script: Greek
Lettering: Γ
Comment
Nicolet-Pierre 8; Davis 288.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alexander the Great, who was the ruler of the Alexandrian Empire at the time, on one side, and an image of the Babylonian goddess Ishtar on the other. This highlights the blending of cultures and religions that occurred during the Alexander's empire, where Greek and Persian influences were combined.
