© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Pella 325 BC - 315 BC
| Silver | 17.16 g | 27 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 325 BC - 315 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.16 g |
| Diameter | 27 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#401888 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; below throne bucranium.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was used during the reign of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II of Macedon. It was minted in the city of Pella, which was the capital of the ancient kingdom of Macedonia. The coin features an image of Alexander's father, King Philip II, on one side and a depiction of the goddess Athena on the other. The coin was used as a means of payment and trade throughout the kingdom and was also used to pay mercenaries and soldiers. It's interesting to note that this coin was minted during a time of great expansion and conquest for the Macedonian Empire, and it played a significant role in the economy of the region during that period.
