© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Distater - Alexander III Amphipolis 330 BC - 320 BC
| Gold | 17.2 g | 21 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 330 BC - 320 BC |
| Value | Distater (40) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 17.2 g |
| Diameter | 21 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#428947 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand; in left field thunderbolt.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Interesting fact
The obverse of the coin features a portrait of Alexander the Great, while the reverse depicts a seated Zeus holding a scepter and an eagle. This design was a common motif in ancient Greek coinage and symbolized the power and authority of the Macedonian kingdom.
