© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Cyme 188 BC - 170 BC
| Silver | 16.71 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 188 BC - 170 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.71 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#398948 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field one handled jug and horse forepart left, in exergue ΔΙΟΝΥΣΙΟΣ.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ΔΙΟΝΥΣΙΟΣ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II, on the obverse (front side), indicating that it was issued during Alexander's reign, but before his death in 170 BC. This suggests that the coin may have been minted as a way to promote Alexander's legacy and reinforce his claim to the throne.
