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© British Museum
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis 320 BC - 317 BC
| Silver | 17.25 g | - |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Regent | Cassander (317 BC - 305 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 320 BC - 317 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.25 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#418114 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field wing and below the throne monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was used during the reign of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II of Macedon. It was the standard circulation coin of the Kingdom of Macedonia during that time and was made of silver, weighing 17.25 grams. The coin features an image of the king on one side and the goddess Athena on the other. The Tetradrachm was widely used for trade and commerce throughout the ancient Greek world and was considered a symbol of the kingdom's wealth and power.
