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Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Poliorcetes 289 BC - 288 BC
| Silver | 17.24 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrius I Poliorcetes (294 BC - 288 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 289 BC - 288 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.24 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414239 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Poseidon Pelagaios standing left, right foot on rock, holding trident in left hand; to inner left, prow right; Φ to inner right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΙΟΥ
Comment
Uncertain mint in Macedon.
Newell 138 var. (position of prow), otherwise unpublished.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Poliorcetes (289 BC - 288 BC) from Kingdom of Macedonia is that it features the image of a horned god, possibly representing the god Pan or Dionysus, on the reverse side. This suggests that the coin may have been used for religious or ceremonial purposes, in addition to its use as a form of currency.
