© Nomos AG
© Nomos AG
Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Uncertain Peloponnese 280 BC - 250 BC
| Silver | 17.1 g | 29 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Ptolemy Ceraunus (281 BC - 279 BC) Antigonus II Gonatas (277 BC - 239 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 280 BC - 250 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.1 g |
| Diameter | 29 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182816 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated to left on high backed throne, holding eagle in his right hand and long scepter with his left. To left, Athena Promachos to left
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ΕΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Comment
Müller 878.
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II, on one side, and an image of a youthful Alexander the Great on the other side. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign, and it is believed that the image of Philip II was included to emphasize Alexander's connection to his father and to legitimize his rule. This coin is a rare example of a coin that has survived from ancient times and provides valuable insight into the currency and art of the ancient Kingdom of Macedonia.
