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Tetradrachm - Alexander I 460 BC - 451 BC
| Silver | 13.29 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander I Philhellene (498 BC - 454 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 460 BC - 451 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 13.29 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#181972 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Forepart of a goat to right, head turned back to left, all within a square linear frame within a shallow incuse square
Comment
Raymond 114.
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of Alexander the Great, while the reverse (back) side features an image of Zeus seated on a throne, holding a scepter and an eagle. This design was meant to symbolize Alexander's divine right to rule and his connection to the gods.
