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Stater - in name of Alexander III Kallatis 250 BC - 225 BC
Gold | 8.35 g | 17.5 mm |
Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
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King | Antigonus II Gonatas (277 BC - 239 BC) Demetrius II Aetolicus (239 BC - 229 BC) Antigonus III Doson (229 BC - 221 BC) |
Type | Standard circulation coin |
Years | 250 BC - 225 BC |
Value | Gold Stater (20) |
Currency | Drachm |
Composition | Gold |
Weight | 8.35 g |
Diameter | 17.5 mm |
Shape | Round (irregular) |
Technique | Hammered |
Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
Demonetized | Yes |
Updated | 2024-10-10 |
Numista | N#182118 |
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Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing to left, holding olive wreath in her right hand and stylis with triangular sail in her left. To left, Κ and below left, monogram of ΑΤΥ
Script: Greek
Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
ATY
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The Stater coin of Alexander III (Kallatis) from the Kingdom of Macedonia, made of gold and weighing 8.35g, is interesting because it features an image of the king on one side and an image of the goddess Athena on the other. This coin was used as a means of payment and exchange during Alexander's reign, and its design reflects the cultural and religious beliefs of the time.