Kingdom of Macedonia Tetradrachm - First Meris, -167 – -149
Roman protectorate; Amphipolis
Information
Country
Kingdom of Macedonia
Kingdom of Macedonia
Currency
Drachm
Coin type
Standard circulation coin
Denomination
Tetradrachm
Year
-167 – -149
Composition
Silver
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Weight (g)
16.89
Diameter (mm)
29
Demonetized
Yes
Description
Tetradrachm from Kingdom of Macedonia. Issued from -167 to -149. Struck in Silver. Measures 29 mm and weighs 16.89 g.
- Obverse
- Diademed and draped bust of Artemis to right, bow and quiver over her shoulder. All at the center of a Macedonian shield ornamented with stars within crescents
- Reverse
- Club with head to right between two lines of inscription. Above, monogram of ΑΡ, around, oak wreath with ties to left and to left of the ties, thunderbolt
Mintage & Variants
| Date | Mintage | Comment | Frequency | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (167 BC - 149 BC) | — |
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