MACEDONIAN KINGDOM. Alexander III the Great (336-323 BC). AV stater (18mm, 8.47 gm, 12h). NGC Fine 4/5 - 3/5, edge marks. Late lifetime-early posthumous issue, Sidon, 333-305 BC. Head of Athena right, hair in three corkscrew curls, wearing necklace and triple crested Corinthian helmet pushed back on head, long converging crest ends, bowl decorated with griffin springing right / AΛEΞANΔP-OY, Nike standing facing, head left, wreath in outstretched right hand, stylis cradled in left arm; transverse club in right field below wing. Price 3460. Ex Economopoulos Numismatics, private sale with old dealer's tag included. 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. HID09801242017 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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