Æ - Alexander III (336 BC - 323 BC) front Æ - Alexander III (336 BC - 323 BC) back
Æ - Alexander III (336 BC - 323 BC) photo
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Æ - Alexander III 336 BC - 323 BC

 
Bronze 6.5 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
King
Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
336 BC - 323 BC
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
6.5 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#422475
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Bow in bow-case above club, ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ between; trident head below, Δ above.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ

Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)

Interesting fact

The coin , the Standard circulation coin Æ - Alexander III (336 BC - 323 BC) from Kingdom of Macedonia made of Bronze weighing 6.5 g, is a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It is considered a significant artifact from the ancient Greek world and is highly sought after by numismatists and historians. The coin's design features the image of Alexander the Great, who was the king of Macedonia and conquered a vast portion of the known world during his reign. The coin's bronze composition and 6.5 g weight also make it a unique and interesting piece of history.