© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Stater - Alexander III Salamis 332 BC - 323 BC
| Gold | 8.58 g | 18.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 332 BC - 323 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.58 g |
| Diameter | 18.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#410724 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand and stylis in her left hand; below, eagle standing left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Alexander the Great's father, Philip II, on one side, and an image of Athena on the other. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign, and it is believed that the image of Philip II was included as a way of emphasizing Alexander's connection to his father and his legacy.
