Coin: Tetradrachm, Macedonia
1981.04.0008
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Basic Information
| Artifact Identification | Coin: Tetradrachm, Macedonia (1981.04.0008) |
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| Classification/ Nomenclature |
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| Artist/Maker | Unknown |
| Geographic Location | |
| Period | Hellenistic |
| Date | 336–323 BCE |
| Culture | Greek |
| Location | Not on Exhibit |
Physical Analysis
| Dimension 1 (Diameter) | 2.12 cm |
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| Dimension 2 (Depth) | 0.49 cm |
| Dimension 3 (N/A) | N/A |
| Weight | 16.59 g |
| Measuring Remarks | N/A |
| Materials | Metal--Silver |
| Manufacturing Processes | Cast |
Research Remarks
| Description | This Greek coin is a silver Tetradrachm 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 ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟ (Alpha Lambda Epsilon Xi Alpha Nu Delta Rho Omicron) for Alexander the Great. |
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| Published Description | N/A |
| Bibliography | From Alexander to Augustus . Bohen, B. et al, University of Illinois, 1983. 1983P.0028. |
Artifact History
| Credit Line/Dedication | Anonymous Gift |
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| Reproduction | No |
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