Greek: MACEDONIAN KINGDOM. Alexander III the Great (336-323 BC). AV distater (21mm, 17.22 gm, 9h). NGC AU★ 5/5 ...
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Exquisite and Imposing Hellenistic Gold
MACEDONIAN KINGDOM. Alexander III the Great (336-323 BC). AV
distater (21mm, 17.22 gm, 9h). NGC AU★ 5/5 - 5/5, Fine Style.
Lifetime issue, Aegeae(?), 336-323 BC. Head of Athena right, hair
in four tight corkscrew curls, upswept at temple, and flowing over
left shoulder, wearing pendant earring, double-necklace, and
triple-crested Corinthian helmet pushed back on head, long
divergent crest ends, bowl decorated with coiled serpent right /
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ, Nike standing facing, head left, wreath in outstretched
right hand, stylis cradled in left arm; vertical thunderbolt in
outer left field, AO monogram under wing in inner left field. Price
191. Beautifully struck dies worthy of its impressive grade.Alexander the Great, born in 356 BC in Pella, Macedonia, was one of the most renowned military leaders and conquerors in history. He ascended to the throne after the assassination of his father, Philip II, in 336 BC, and he embarked on an ambitious campaign of expansion. His conquests included the Persian Empire, Egypt, and large parts of Asia, reaching as far as the Indus River in India. Alexander's military genius, charismatic leadership, and ability to inspire loyalty among his troops were instrumental in his success. His kingdom brought about significant cultural and political change, spreading Greek culture throughout the known world. He died in 323 BC at the age of 32, under mysterious circumstances in Babylon, marking the end of his extraordinary reign.
Estimate: $30,000 - $50,000.
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