ALEXANDER THE GREAT SILVER DRACHM - I CENTURY BC (326-323)

Original silver drachm of Alexander the Great, I century BC (326-323). Coin set on a 18k gold handcrafted surrounding structure. Necklace made of sterling silver. Coin in silver.

Chain length : 50cm

Coin diameter : 1,8cm

Gold 18k : 1,2gr

 

Made in Georgia

On the obverse of this silver tetradrachm coin, a youthful bust of Herakles faces right. He has a large nose, a prominent chin, pursed lips, and a slightly furrowed brow. He wears a headdress made of a lion’s pelt, with the paws tied around his neck. A border of dots surrounds the image.

The reverse shows the seated figure of Zeus facing left. He is naked from the waist up, and holds a staff in his left hand; an eagle perches on his outstretched right hand. He sits on a high-backed throne with his legs slightly splayed. The Greek name ‘AΛEΞANΔPOY’ (in English, 'Alexander’) is behind him. A ship’s prow is in front of him; this is probably a mint mark indicating who was responsible for making this coin.