MACEDONIAN KINGDOM. Alexander III the Great (336-323 BC). AV stater (18mm, 8.58 gm, 11h). NGC AU 5/5 - 3/5, brushed. Late lifetime-early posthumous issue, Abydus, ca. 323-317 BC. Head of Athena right, hair flowing loose in waves and over left shoulder, wearing beaded necklace and triple crested Corinthian helmet pushed back on head, intersecting crest ends, bowl decorated with coiled serpent right / AΛEΞANΔPOY, Nike advancing left, wreath in outstretched right hand, stylis cradled in left arm; MH monogram above pentagram in left field, cornucopia in left field below wing. Price 1524. Bright flan with some highly lustrous areas. Ex Heritage Auctions, Auctions 3091 (7 May 2021), lot 32024. 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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