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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes In the name of Alexander III; Salamis 306 BC - 300 BC
| Silver | 17.11 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Demetrius I Poliorcetes (294 BC - 288 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 306 BC - 300 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.11 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414289 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field monogram and below the throne ΔΙ.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Demetrius Poliorcetes, also known as Demetrius the Besieger, who was a king of Macedonia and a prominent figure in the Diadochi Wars. He was known for his military prowess and his ability to besiege and capture cities, which is reflected in the name he took for himself, Poliorcetes. This coin was minted during his reign and features his image on one side and the name of Alexander III, who he claimed to be ruling in the name of, on the other. This coin is a rare and valuable artifact from ancient Macedonia and is highly sought after by collectors and historians.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (306 BC - 300 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes (In the name of Alexander III; Salamis) (306 BC - 300 BC) coin.
