MACEDONIAN KINGDOM. Alexander III the Great (336-323 BC). AV distater (22mm, 17.23 gm, 1h). NGC XF★ 5/5 - 5/5, Fine St...
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Unlisted Distater
MACEDONIAN KINGDOM. Alexander III the Great (336-323 BC). AV
distater (22mm, 17.23 gm, 1h). NGC XF★ 5/5 - 5/5, Fine Style.
Uncertain mint or date. 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; dolphin downwards in left field, ΛO
monogram in left field below wing. Price-. cf. 191 and 196
(different symbol in left field). Type not found in sales archives.
Reflective, crisp example of this very rare type.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.
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2026 February 1 Spotlight: Ancient Art - Star, Fine Style, and Toned Ancient Coins Showcase Auction #61593 (go to Auction Home page)
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