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Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III;Mesembria 175 BC - 125 BC
| Silver | 16.50 g | 31.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Perseus (179 BC - 168 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 175 BC - 125 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.50 g |
| Diameter | 31.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#186517 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left on throne, holding eagle in his right hand and long scepter in his left. To left, helmet above ΔA and below throne, HPA
Script: Greek
Lettering:
BAΣIΛEΩΣ AΛEΞANΔΡOΥ
ΔA
HPA
Translation: King Alexander (III, the Great)
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 in the city of Mesembria, which is now modern-day Nessebar, Bulgaria. The coin's design features the image of Alexander the Great on one side and the goddess Athena on the other. It's made of silver and weighs 16.5 grams. I hope you find this information helpful!
