© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
© American Numismatic Society (ANS)
Stater In the name of Alexander III; Abydos 310 BC - 301 BC
| Gold | 8.6 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Kingdom of Macedonia |
|---|---|
| King | Alexander III the Great (336 BC - 323 BC) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 310 BC - 301 BC |
| Value | Gold Stater (20) |
| Currency | Drachm |
| Composition | Gold |
| Weight | 8.6 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-10 |
| Numista | N#398576 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand; in field to left and right monogram.
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 young Alexander the Great, who was only 16 years old when he succeeded his father Philip II as king of Macedonia. Despite his young age, Alexander would go on to conquer a vast portion of the known world, creating one of the largest empires in history.
