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© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Alabanda 173 BC - 167 BC
| Silver | 16.83 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 173 BC - 167 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.83 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#420328 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field Pegasus left and A (date) below throne.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was issued during the reign of King Alexander III of Macedon, also known as Alexander the Great. The coin features an image of the king's name in Greek letters on one side and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. What's interesting is that this coin was not only used as currency in Macedonia but also in other parts of Alexander's vast empire, which stretched from Greece to India. This coin is a testament to the widespread influence and power of Alexander the Great's empire during that time.
