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Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Odessos 125 BC - 70 BC
| Silver | 16.7 g | 30.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 125 BC - 70 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.7 g |
| Diameter | 30.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#186227 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field ΘΕ and below the throne monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ΘE
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 Macedon. 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 standard form of currency throughout the Macedonian Empire, which at its peak was the largest empire of the ancient world, stretching from Greece to India.
