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Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Temnos 188 BC - 170 BC
| Silver | 16.32 g | 32.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Philip V (221 BC - 179 BC) Perseus (179 BC - 168 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 188 BC - 170 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.32 g |
| Diameter | 32.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#187741 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left on backless throne, holding eagle in his right hand and scepter in his left. To left, above Zeus’s lap, two monograms and to left, vine-tendril with grapes around an oenochoe to right
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 the king's name and title on one side, and the goddess Athena on the other. The fact that it was made of silver and weighs 16.32 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high value, likely used for large transactions or as a store of wealth.
