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Stater - Antigonos I Monophthalmos Babylon 317 BC - 311 BC
| Gold | 8.55 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| General | Antigonus I Monophthalmus (306 BC - 301 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 317 BC - 311 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.55 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#184326 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Nike standing left with her wings spread, holding laurel wreath in her right hand and stylis in her left. To left, monogram and to right, monogram within wreath
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Antigonos I Monophthalmos (meaning "the One-Eyed") who was a powerful Macedonian general and one of the Diadochi, the successors of Alexander the Great. Despite losing an eye in battle, he became one of the most prominent leaders of his time and played a crucial role in the Wars of the Diadochi, eventually becoming the ruler of the Kingdom of Macedonia. This coin, minted during his reign, is a testament to his legacy and the wealth and power of the Macedonian Empire during that period.
