Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Abydos) (301 BC - 297 BC) front Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Abydos) (301 BC - 297 BC) back
Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Abydos) (301 BC - 297 BC) photo
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Stater In the name of Alexander III; Abydos 301 BC - 297 BC

 
Gold 8.60 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
King
Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
301 BC - 297 BC
Value
Gold Stater (20)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.60 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#398604
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand; in field to left monogram and below cornucopia.

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 youthful Alexander the Great, depicted with a lion's scalp on his head, symbolizing his bravery and strength.