© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Tetradrachm - Pumiathon In the name of Alexander 325 BC - 320 BC
| Silver | 16.82 g | 23.0 mm |
| Issuer | Kition (Cyprus (ancient)) |
|---|---|
| King | Pumiathon (361 BC - 312 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 325 BC - 320 BC |
| Value | Tetradrachm (4) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 16.82 g |
| Diameter | 23.0 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#182683 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Zeus seated on stool-throne left, eagle on outstretched right hand, sceptre in left hand; in left field monogram.
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: King Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a mythical creature called the Pumiathon, which is a hybrid of a lion and an eagle, symbolizing the power and strength of the kingdom.
