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Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes 301 BC - 295 BC
| Silver | 17.30 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrius I Poliorcetes (294 BC - 288 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 301 BC - 295 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.30 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414406 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field ram head left.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΔHMHTPIOY
BAΣIΛEΩΣ
Comment
Uncertain mint in western Asia Minor.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes (301 BC - 295 BC) from Kingdom of Macedonia is that it features the first known portrait of a Macedonian king on a coin. The coin's obverse side depicts a bearded Demetrius I, wearing a royal diadem and a lion's skin, while the reverse side shows the goddess Athena holding a spear and a shield. This coin was minted during Demetrius' reign, who was known for his military conquests and his efforts to spread Greek culture throughout his empire.
