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Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis 315 BC - 294 BC
| Silver | 17.2 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Cassender (305 BC - 297 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 315 BC - 294 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.2 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Thickness | 4.9 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#311482 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; Λ over torch in left field, M and star beneath throne.
Script: Greek
Lettering: AΛEΞANΔΡOY
Translation: Alexander
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was used during the reign of Alexander III, also known as Alexander the Great, who was the king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia. The coin features an image of Alexander's father, Philip II, on one side and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was widely used throughout the ancient Greek world and was considered a symbol of the wealth and power of the Macedonian Empire.
