© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Tetradrachm 369 BC - 368 BC
| Silver | 16.26 g | - |
| Issuer | City of Amphipolis (Macedon) |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 369 BC - 368 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.26 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#387566 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Raised square frame surrounding a race torch with flames burning to right. All within a very shallow incuse square
Script: Greek
Lettering: AMΦ – IΠO – ΛIT – EΩN
Translation: Amphipolis
Comment
AMNG III pl. VII, 2; Lorber 4b; Hill, NC 1928, p. 6, 7 and pl. I, 7.
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features the image of a youthful Alexander the Great, who was only 16 years old when the coin was minted. This makes it one of the earliest known depictions of Alexander, and a unique representation of him as a young man.
