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Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III; Uranopolis 300 BC - 290 BC
| Silver | 17.25 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Cassender (305 BC - 297 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 290 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.25 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#414079 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field star on cone and below throne Θ above Π.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Comment
Ehrhardt 65; Armenak 92.
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was used during the reign of Alexander III, also known as Alexander the Great, who was the king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedonia from 336 BC until his death in 323 BC. This coin was minted during his reign, specifically between 300 BC and 290 BC, and it features an image of Alexander the Great on one side and a goddess on the other. The fact that it was made of silver and weighs 17.25 grams suggests that it was a significant coin with a high value during that time period.
