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Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes In the name of Alexander III 310 BC - 275 BC
| Silver | 17.21 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrius I Poliorcetes (294 BC - 288 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 310 BC - 275 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.21 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414404 |
|---|---|
| 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: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Comment
Meydancikkale 1812-1813.
Uncertain mint in western Asia Minor.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm coin is that it features an image of the goddess Athena on the obverse (front) side, while the reverse (back) side bears the image of a lion's head. This design was a common motif in ancient Macedonian coinage and symbolized the power and strength of the Macedonian kingdom.
