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Chalkon - Alexander III 336 BC - 323 BC

 
Bronze 5.37 g 19.0 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
King
Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
336 BC - 323 BC
Value
Chalkon (1⁄48)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Bronze
Weight
5.37 g
Diameter
19.0 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#190077
Rarity index
81%

Reverse

Club above bow inside bowcase (gorytos).

Script: Greek

Lettering:
AΛEΞANΔΡOΥ
E (Monogram or control mark)

Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)

Interesting fact

The Chalkon coin featuring Alexander III (also known as Alexander the Great) was minted during his reign, which lasted from 336 BC to 323 BC. Despite being made of bronze, which was a common material for coins at the time, this particular coin was considered to be of high value due to its association with the powerful Macedonian king. In fact, it was used as a form of currency in trade and commerce throughout the ancient Greek world.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
ND (336 BC - 323 BC)  - - - - - -

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