Tetradrachm (In the name of Alexander III) (323 BC - 280 BC) front Tetradrachm (In the name of Alexander III) (323 BC - 280 BC) back
Tetradrachm (In the name of Alexander III) (323 BC - 280 BC) photo
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Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III 323 BC - 280 BC

 
Silver 17.11 g 29.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
323 BC - 280 BC
Value
Tetradrachm (4)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Silver
Weight
17.11 g
Diameter
29.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#432213
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field squat amphora.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ

Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)

Comment

Uncertain mint in western Asia Minor.

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alexander the Great's father, Philip II, on one side, and an image of a youthful Alexander III (also known as Alexander the Great) on the other. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign, and it is believed that the image of Philip II was included as a way of emphasizing Alexander's connection to his father and legitimizing his rule.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (323 BC - 280 BC)  - - - - - -

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