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© Numismatica Ars Classica NAC AG
Stater - Antigonus I In the name of Alexander III; Babylon 317 BC - 311 BC
| Gold | 8.61 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 | 8.61 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#391768 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand; in left field, dot and head of Silenus; in right field, monogram within wreath.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΩΣ ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of Antigonus I, who was one of the generals of Alexander the Great and later became the ruler of the Kingdom of Macedonia. The coin was minted during his reign, which lasted from 317 BC to 311 BC, and it bears the name of Alexander III, indicating that Antigonus was still using Alexander's name as a way of legitimizing his rule. This coin is a rare example of a gold stater from this time period and is highly sought after by collectors.
