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Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis 323 BC - 320 BC
| Silver | 17.22 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Regent | Perdiccas (323 BC - 321 BC) Antipater (321 BC - 319 BC) |
| King | Philip III Arrhidaeus (323 BC - 317 BC) Alexander IV (323 BC - 310 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 320 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.22 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#185088 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Zeus seated to left on backless throne, holding eagle in his right hand and long scepter in his left. Below the hand holding the eagle, Macedonian helmet
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: King 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 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 the Great's father, King Philip II, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 17.22 grams, making it a significant and valuable currency in its time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (323 BC - 320 BC) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Tetradrachm (In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis) (323 BC - 320 BC) coin.
