© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Aspendus 212 BC - 182 BC
| Silver | 16.77 g | 28.7 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 212 BC - 182 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.77 g |
| Diameter | 28.7 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#406454 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field AΣ (city ethnic) above K.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
AΣ
K
Translation:
Alexander (III, the Great)
Aspendus
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was used during the reign of Alexander III, also known as Alexander the Great, who was the king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia from 336 BC until his death in 323 BC. This coin was minted in the city of Aspendus, which was an important center of trade and commerce during that time. The coin's design features an image of Alexander the Great's father, Philip II, on one side, and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 16.77 grams, which was a significant amount of silver at the time. I hope you find this information interesting and helpful!
