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Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis 316 BC - 311 BC
| Silver | 17.15 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Regent | Cassander (317 BC - 305 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 316 BC - 311 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.15 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#432214 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field grain ear and below the throne monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Comment
Troxell, Studies, Issue L4.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was used during the reign of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II of Macedon. It was minted in the city of Amphipolis, which was an important center of trade and commerce in the ancient Greek world. The coin features an image of Alexander's father on one side and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. It was made of silver and weighed 17.15 grams, making it a significant and valuable coin in its time.
