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Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes Salamis 300 BC - 295 BC
| Silver | 17.09 g | 27.0 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 | 17.09 g |
| Diameter | 27.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#259682 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Poseidon Pelagaios standing left, preparing to throw trident; labrys to left, HP monogram to right
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔHMHTΡIOY BAΣIΛEΩΣ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes (Salamis) coin is that it features the image of a mythical creature called a gorgoneion on the obverse (front) side. The gorgoneion is a representation of the Gorgon Medusa, a creature from Greek mythology who had snakes for hair and the power to turn people to stone with her gaze. The inclusion of this image on the coin may have been meant to symbolize the power and authority of Demetrius Poliorcetes, who was a prominent king of Macedonia during the Hellenistic period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (300 BC - 295 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 (Salamis) (300 BC - 295 BC) coin.
