© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Corinth 220 BC - 215 BC
| Silver | 16.86 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 220 BC - 215 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.86 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#410696 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; throne back with Nikai; in left field trident-head.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: King Alexander (III, the Great)
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. 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 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.
