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Tetradrachm - Archelaus I 413 BC - 399 BC
| Silver | 10.16 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Archelaus I (413 BC - 399 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 413 BC - 399 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 10.16 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered, Incuse |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#390908 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Forepart of goat kneeling right, looking back; all in linear square within incuse square.
Script: Greek
Lettering: APXEΛΑΟ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Archelaus I coin features the image of a youthful Alexander the Great, who was only 16 years old when his father, King Archelaus I, issued this coin. This coin is one of the earliest known depictions of Alexander the Great, and it shows him with a bold and confident expression, signifying the beginning of his journey to become one of the greatest rulers in history.
