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Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes 290 BC
290 BC year| Silver | 17.16 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrius I Poliorcetes (294 BC - 288 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 290 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.16 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414408 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Poseidon half draped, seated left on a rock, holding aphlaston in right hand and leaning with left hand on trident; in left field, Phrygian helmet.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΔΗΜΗΤΡΙΟΥ
Comment
Uncertain Macedonian mint.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes (290 BC) coin features an image of the king Demetrius I Poliorcetes on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and was widely accepted in trade throughout the ancient Greek world. It was also used as a symbol of the king's power and influence, and the image of Athena on the coin was seen as a representation of the king's connection to the gods.
