Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Ephesos) (300 BC) front Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Ephesos) (300 BC) back
Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Ephesos) (300 BC) photo
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Stater In the name of Alexander III; Ephesos 300 BC

300 BC year
Gold 8.57 g 19 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
300 BC
Value
Gold Stater (20)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.57 g
Diameter
19 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#424746
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand; in left field bee flanked by E-Φ.

Script: Greek

Lettering:
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
E Φ

Translation:
Alexander (III, the Great)
Ephesos

Comment

Müller 506.

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 went on to conquer a vast portion of the known world, creating one of the largest empires in history. This coin, minted during his reign, is a testament to his enduring legacy and the powerful kingdom he ruled.