© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis 320 BC - 317 BC
| Silver | 16.94 g | 26 mm |
| 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 | 16.94 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#418115 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field crescent and below the throne monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was minted 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.
