Alexander III Stater, Nike reverse
PRICE 3008 · 333 BC-327 BC · Tarsus
Obverse
Reverse
Münzkabinett, Staatliche Museen zu Berlin
Obverse
Head of Athena right wearing Corinthian helmet with crest
Reverse
ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ
Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand
About This Type
This PRICE 3008 is a stater of Alexander III (333 BC-327 BC), struck at the Tarsus mint. The reverse depicts Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand. Struck in gold at a standard weight of 8.61g, 18mm diameter.
About the Stater
The stater was a principal denomination in Greek coinage, struck in gold, electrum, or silver depending on the issuing authority. Gold staters typically weigh 8–8.5 grams on the Attic standard.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is PRICE 3008?
- PRICE 3008 is a Gold Stater of Alexander III (333 BC-327 BC) struck at the Tarsus mint cataloged under Price no. 3008.
- How do you identify PRICE 3008?
- The obverse depicts Head of Athena right wearing Corinthian helmet with crest. The reverse depicts Nike standing left holding wreath in right hand, and stylis in her left hand with the inscription ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ.
- What are the physical specifications of PRICE 3008?
- PRICE 3008 was struck in Gold, standard weight 8.61g, diameter 18mm, die axis 8 h, struck.
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