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© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis 323 BC - 320 BC
| Silver | 17.19 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Regent | Antipater (321 BC - 319 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 323 BC - 320 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.19 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#412666 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field Phrygian helmet right.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
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. The coin features an image of Alexander's father, Philip II, on one side and an image of Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and trade throughout the kingdom and was considered a symbol of the wealth and power of the Macedonian Empire.
