© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Tetradrachm - First Meris Roman protectorate; Amphipolis 167 BC - 149 BC
| Silver | 16.89 g | 29.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 167 BC - 149 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.89 g |
| Diameter | 29.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185538 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Club with head to right between two lines of inscription. Above, monogram of ΑΡ, around, oak wreath with ties to left and to left of the ties, thunderbolt
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΜΑΚΕΔΟΝΩΝ
ΠΡΩΤΗΣ
ΑΡ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a youthful Alexander the Great, who was only 16 years old when he succeeded his father as king of Macedonia. Despite his young age, Alexander would go on to become one of the greatest military leaders in history, conquering a vast portion of the known world and spreading Greek culture and language throughout his empire.
