© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm - Alexander III the Great Myriandros 325 BC - 323 BC
| Silver | 16.05 g | 25.8 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 325 BC - 323 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.05 g |
| Diameter | 25.8 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#62442 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left, holding eagle and sceptre.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin featuring Alexander III the Great (Myriandros) from the Kingdom of Macedonia was minted during Alexander's reign, which lasted from 325 BC to 323 BC. Despite being over 2,000 years old, some of these coins have survived in excellent condition and are highly prized by collectors today. In fact, a particularly well-preserved example of this coin sold at auction in 2019 for over $2 million! That's a testament to the enduring legacy of Alexander the Great and the fascination with ancient history that continues to captivate people around the world.
