© J.C. Scherff (CC BY-SA)
© J.C. Scherff (CC BY-SA)
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Erythrai 215 BC - 190 BC
| Silver | 17.2 g | 35 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 215 BC - 190 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.2 g |
| Diameter | 35 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#421591 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field, club & bow in bow-case above monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: 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 an image of Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, on the other. The coin was used as a form of currency throughout the kingdom and was valued at four drachmas, which is where it gets its name "tetradrachm." This coin was an important part of the ancient Greek economy and was used to facilitate trade and commerce throughout the region.
