© British Museum
© British Museum
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Rhodes 201 BC - 190 BC
| Silver | 16.95 g | 30 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 201 BC - 190 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.95 g |
| Diameter | 30 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#405988 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field monogram above rose and below the throne ΡΟ.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ΡΟ
Translation:
Alexander (III, the Great)
Rhodes
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alexander the Great's father, 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 though he had already established his own empire.
