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© British Museum
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Pella 315 BC - 310 BC
| Silver | 17.08 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 315 BC - 310 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.08 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#401862 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field Ε and thyrsus, below throne Boeotian shield.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was issued during the reign of Alexander III, also known as Alexander the Great, who was the king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia. This coin was used as a means of payment and exchange during his reign, and it features an image of Alexander the Great on one side and a goddess on the other. The coin was made of silver and weighed 17.08 grams, which was a significant amount of silver at the time. It's interesting to note that the Tetradrachm coin was widely used throughout the ancient Greek world and was considered a standard unit of currency. It was also used as a form of propaganda, as the image of Alexander the Great on the coin helped to promote his image and legend throughout the empire. I hope this fact is helpful and interesting! Let me know if you have any other questions.
