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Stater - Alexander III Side 336 BC - 323 BC
| Gold | 8.54 g | 17.5 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 336 BC - 323 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.54 g |
| Diameter | 17.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#300356 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nike standing left
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔ(ΟΥ)
ΦΙ
ΣΒ
Translation:
King
Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features a portrait of Alexander the Great, while the reverse (back) side features an image of Zeus seated on a throne. This design was a common motif in ancient Macedonian coinage and reflects the cultural and religious influences of the time.
