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Tetradrachm In the name of Alexander III;Miletos 300 BC - 295 BC
| Silver | 17.03 g | 27.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Cassender (305 BC - 297 BC) Philip IV (297 BC) Alexander V (297 BC - 294 BC) Antipater I (297 BC - 294 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 300 BC - 295 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 17.03 g |
| Diameter | 27.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#190073 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Zeus seated left on low throne, holding long scepter in his left hand and, in his right, eagle standing right with closed wings. To left, monogram and below throne, labrys (zeus' axe)
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Tetradrachm coin was used during the reign of Alexander the Great's father, King Philip II of Macedon. It was a widely used coin throughout the ancient Greek world and was considered a standard unit of currency. The coin's design featured the image of a youthful Alexander the Great, who was depicted as a god, and on the reverse side, it featured the image of a seated Zeus. The coin was made of silver and weighed around 17.03 grams. It's interesting to note that this coin was used as a means of payment for mercenaries and soldiers during Alexander's military campaigns.
