Coin: Tetradrachm, Macedonia
1900.63.0342
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Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Coin: Tetradrachm, Macedonia (1900.63.0342) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | Unknown |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period | Macedonian Kingdom, Alexander the Great |
| Date | N/A |
| Culture | Greek |
| Location | Not on Exhibit |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Diameter) | 2.71 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Depth) | .43 cm |
| Dimension 3 (N/A) | N/A |
| Weight | 16.79 g |
| Measuring Remarks | N/A |
| Materials | Metal--Silver |
| Manufacturing Processes | Cast |
Research Remarks
| Description | This Greek coin is a silver Tetradrachm most likely from Macedonia in northern Greece. It was probably struck in the mid-4th century BCE. The obverse is a profile of Hercules, son of Zeus and symbol of strength, wearing his usual lion’s skin. The reverse is a seated Zeus, Greek king of the gods. In his right hand he holds an eagle and in his left, a scepter. To the right of Zeus are the letters ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ (Alpha Lambda Epsilon Xi Alpha Nu Delta Rho Omicron Upsilon) for Alexander the Great. |
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| Published Description | Under Review |
| Bibliography | Buckler, John, and John McKay. A History of Western Society. Boston, MA: Houghton Mifflin Company, 1979. |
Artifact History
| Credit Line/Dedication | N/A |
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| Reproduction | N/A |
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