Stater (In the name of Alexander III) (332 BC - 323 BC) front Stater (In the name of Alexander III) (332 BC - 323 BC) back
Stater (In the name of Alexander III) (332 BC - 323 BC) photo
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Stater In the name of Alexander III 332 BC - 323 BC

 
Gold 8.62 g 18.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Salamis of Cyprus (Cyprus (ancient))
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
332 BC - 323 BC
Value
Gold Stater (20)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.62 g
Diameter
18.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#406754
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand; below left wing eagle left.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ

Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about this coin is that it features the image of a lion on one side, which was a symbol of power and strength in ancient Cyprus.