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Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Poliorcetes Pella 289 BC - 288 BC

 
Silver 17.19 g 29 mm
Description
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
17.19 g
Diameter
29 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#414105
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Poseidon Pelagaios standing left, foot on rock, holding trident; monograms to outer left and right.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΙΟΥ

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Poliorcetes (Pella) coin is that it features an image of the king wearing a lion's skin, which was a symbol of his bravery and strength.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (289 BC - 288 BC)  - - - - - -

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