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Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes Salamis 300 BC - 295 BC
| Silver | 17.03 g | 28 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 | 17.03 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414139 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Poseidon Pelagaios standing left, preparing to throw trident; HP monogram to left, labrys to right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΔHMHTΡIOY BAΣIΛEΩΣ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm - Demetrius Poliorcetes (Salamis) coin was used as a form of currency in the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia during the reign of Demetrius Poliorcetes (300 BC - 295 BC). It was made of silver and weighed 17.03 grams, which was a significant amount for a coin at that time. The coin's design featured an image of the king on one side and a goddess on the other, symbolizing the kingdom's wealth and power. Despite being over 2,000 years old, some of these coins have survived to this day and are highly prized by collectors and historians.
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.
