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Tetradrachm - Demetrius I Poliorcetes Salamis 300 BC - 295 BC
| Silver | 17.26 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrius I Poliorcetes (294 BC - 288 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 295 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.26 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414412 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Poseidon Pelagaios throwing trident left; monogram to left, labrys to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΔΗΜΗΤΡΙΟΥ
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Demetrius I Poliorcetes, while the reverse depicts the goddess Athena. The coin was minted during Demetrius' reign as king of Macedonia, and its design was likely meant to symbolize the king's military prowess and association with the goddess of wisdom and war.
