© J.C. Scherff (CC BY-SA)
© J.C. Scherff (CC BY-SA)
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Rhodes 205 BC - 190 BC
| Silver | 17 g | 36 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 205 BC - 190 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17 g |
| Diameter | 36 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#421867 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
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
The Tetradrachm coin was used as a form of currency during the reign of Alexander the Great, who conquered a vast portion of the known world at the time. The coin features an image of Alexander's father, King Philip II, on one side and a depiction of Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom, on the other. The coin was used to pay soldiers, merchants, and other officials, and it was widely accepted throughout the Macedonian Empire.
