Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis) (307 BC - 300 BC) front Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis) (307 BC - 300 BC) back
Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis) (307 BC - 300 BC) photo
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Stater In the name of Alexander III; Amphipolis 307 BC - 300 BC

 
Gold 8.61 g 19.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
Regent
Cassander (317 BC - 305 BC)
King
Cassender (305 BC - 297 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
307 BC - 300 BC
Value
Gold Stater (20)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.61 g
Diameter
19.5 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#431480
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand; in left field, trident head downward; monogram below left wing.

Script: Greek

Lettering: ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ

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.