© Roma Numismatics Limited
© Roma Numismatics Limited
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Susa 320 BC - 316 BC
| Silver | 17.07 g | 26 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 320 BC - 316 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.07 g |
| Diameter | 26 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#413001 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field monogram and ΛΑ below the throne.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ΛΑ
Translation: King Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II, on the obverse (front side), indicating that it was issued during Alexander's reign but before his death in 323 BC.
