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Tetradrachm in the name of Alexander III; Alabanda 168 BC - 167 BC
| Silver | 16.78 g | 33.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 168 BC - 167 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.78 g |
| Diameter | 33.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#187743 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left on backless throne, holding eagle in his right hand and scepter in his left. To left, pegasus flying to left and under throne, Ϛ
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was minted during the reign of Alexander III, also known as Alexander the Great, who was the king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia from 336 BC until his death in 323 BC. This coin was minted in the city of Alabanda, which was an important city in the kingdom of Macedonia during that time. The coin's design features an image of Alexander the Great on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 16.78 grams, which was a significant amount of silver at the time. I hope you find this information interesting! Is there anything else you would like to know about this coin or ancient Macedonia in general?
