Alexander the Great's Drachma Silver Coin

Alexander the Great's Drachma Silver Coin

The Great Emperor of Lishan's silver tetradrachma coin was made between 325 BC and 320 BC. Coins were minted in Side (now Türkiye). The obverse of this coin features the portrait of a young Hercules wearing a lion skin helmet. Hercules is a hero in Greek mythology known for his strength and courage. On this coin, he is depicted as a young man wearing lion skin, which is his emblem. This Delacroix silver coin is collected by the French National Archaeological Museum.