© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Myrina 215 BC - 190 BC
| Silver | 17.0 g | 31 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 215 BC - 190 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.0 g |
| Diameter | 31 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#398961 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field amphora and monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an 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 190 BC. This suggests that the coin may have been minted as a way to promote Alexander's legacy and reinforce his connection to his father's kingdom, even after his own death.
