Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Lampsakos) (310 BC - 301 BC) front Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Lampsakos) (310 BC - 301 BC) back
Stater (In the name of Alexander III; Lampsakos) (310 BC - 301 BC) photo
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Stater In the name of Alexander III; Lampsakos 310 BC - 301 BC

 
Gold 8.51 g 18 mm
Description
Issuer
Kingdom of Macedonia
General
Antigonus I Monophthalmus (306 BC - 301 BC)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
310 BC - 301 BC
Value
Gold Stater (20)
Currency
Drachm
Composition
Gold
Weight
8.51 g
Diameter
18 mm
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-10
References
Numista
N#412234
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand and stylis in her left hand; in left field herm.

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.