© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm - Alexander III Amphipolis 336 BC - 323 BC
| Silver | 17.05 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 336 BC - 323 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.05 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#405890 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field caduceus with fillets.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin from the reign of Alexander III (also known as Alexander the Great) is considered one of the most beautiful and iconic coins of the ancient world. It features an image of Alexander wearing a lion's skin headdress and carrying a spear, symbolizing his bravery and strength as a military leader. The coin was minted in the city of Amphipolis, which was an important center of trade and commerce during Alexander's reign. Despite being over 2,000 years old, many of these coins have survived to the present day and are highly prized by collectors and historians.
