© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Chios 210 BC - 190 BC
| Silver | 17.01 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 210 BC - 190 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.01 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#412341 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field monogram above sphinx seated left; below 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 minted in the city of Chios, 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 used widely throughout the Macedonian Empire and was considered a symbol of the empire's wealth and power.
