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Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Poliorcetes Amphipolis 290 BC - 289 BC

 
Silver 17.18 g 30 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
King
Demetrius I Poliorcetes (294 BC - 288 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
290 BC - 289 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
17.18 g
Diameter
30 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#414205
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Poseidon Pelagaios standing left, foot on rock, holding trident; monogram to inner left and right.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΙΟΥ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Poliorcetes (Amphipolis) coin is that it features the image of a horned horse on its reverse side, which was a symbol of the kingdom of Macedonia and represented the power and strength of the Macedonian army.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (290 BC - 289 BC)  - - - - - -

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