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Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis 320 BC - 317 BC
| Silver | 17.29 g | 25 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 320 BC - 317 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.29 g |
| Diameter | 25 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#369673 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left on backless throne, left leg drawn back, feet on ground line, eagle in right hand, scepter in left; crescent left in left field, Π below strut.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ BAΣI-ΛE-ΩΣ
Translation: King Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was issued during the reign of Alexander III, also known as Alexander the Great, who was the king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia. This coin was used as a means of payment and exchange during his reign, and it features an image of Alexander the Great on one side and a goddess on the other. The fact that it was made of silver and weighs 17.29 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high value, likely used for large transactions or as a store of wealth.
