According to Edward Newell, one of the greatest scholars of Alexandrian coinage known, the coins from Sidon and Ake are amongst the most important in the Alexandrian series. The reason for this is because these coins are dated and give insight into all coins in the series and how to date them. This coin can be dated to 316/15 BCE which was just after the death of Alexander in 323 BCE. The understanding of when a coin was struck can be instrumental in fully comprehending its placement into the historical picture.

The year 18 was important in the history of Sidon. Starting one year earlier the coins were struck in the name of Philip III, Arrhidaios, the half brother of Alexander. In year 17, Alexander's name was once again struck on the coins as his brother was murdered. Also important to note was that during year 18 there were five obverse dies and seven reverse dies produced. This was a departure from the typical one obverse and two reverse dies created. The reason for this is certainly military related as there was an invasion of Sidon by Antigonos, the surrender of Sidon and the beginning of the Siege of Tyre. The base for the Siege of Tyre was certainly Sidon under Antigonos (as it was for Alexander when he was alive), therefore, more coin was needed to support the military mission.