© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
© Bibliothèque nationale de France / Gallica
Stater In the name of Alexander III; Abydos 301 BC - 297 BC
| Gold | 8.59 g | 18 mm |
| 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 | 8.59 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#398647 |
|---|---|
| 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 griffin head left.
Script: Greek
Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Translation: Alexander (III, the Great)
Interesting fact
The obverse (front) side of the coin features the image of a youthful Alexander the Great, wearing a lion's skin headdress and carrying a spear, while the reverse (back) side depicts a seated Zeus holding a scepter and a small statue of Nike (Victory) in his left hand. This coin was minted during Alexander's reign, and its design reflects the king's desire to associate himself with the powerful gods of Greek mythology.
