Greek: MACEDONIAN KINGDOM. Alexander III the Great (336-323 BC). AV stater (18mm, 8.55 gm, 12h). NGC MS★ 5/5 - ...
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Lovely Fine Style Sardes Dies
MACEDONIAN KINGDOM. Alexander III the Great (336-323 BC). AV
stater (18mm, 8.55 gm, 12h). NGC MS★ 5/5 - 5/5, Fine Style.
Late lifetime-early posthumous issue, Sardes, ca. 323-319 BC. Head
of Athena right, hair flowing loose and over left shoulder, upswept
at temple, wearing beaded necklace and triple-crested Corinthian
helmet pushed back on head, short parallel crest ends, bowl
decorated with griffin right / ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ, Nike standing facing,
head left, wreath in outstretched right hand, stylis cradled in
left arm; TI in pelleted circle in left field, lit race torch in
left field below wing. Price 2620. Intricately detailed on
reflective fields.From The Cambridge Collection. Ex Maison Palombo, Auction 13 (13 December 2014), lot 15; Hess-Divo, Auction 325 (23 October 2013), lot 185; Gemini, Auction IX (9 January 2012), lot 65.
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: $20,000 - $25,000.
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