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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm - Alexander III the Great Myriandros 330 BC - 325 BC
| Silver | 17.23 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 330 BC - 325 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.23 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#413593 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field scorpion and below the throne monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Comment
Newell, Myriandros 18.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin featuring Alexander III the Great (Myriandros) from the Kingdom of Macedonia was used as a means of payment for soldiers and mercenaries during Alexander's military campaigns. It was a widely accepted currency throughout the ancient Greek world and was used to pay for goods and services, as well as to finance military expeditions. The coin's design featured an image of Alexander on one side and a goddess on the other, symbolizing the king's divine right to rule.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (330 BC - 325 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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