 Alexander III of Macedon. Gold distater, 336-323, Macedonian mint. Very rare. About EF. Estimate: 20,000 euros. Hammer price: 70,000 euros in 2022. | A distater of Alexander III of Macedon (336-323 B.C.) was a gold coin, a larger denomination than a stater, used during his reign and shortly after his death. It featured the image of the goddess Athena on the obverse and Nike, the goddess of victory, on the reverse, with the inscription "ALEXANDROU" (of Alexander). |
| The distater was a gold coin weighing around 17.12 grams, representing the largest gold denomination issued under Alexander's rule. Struck during his lifetime or shortly after his death, it is a remarkable piece of ancient numismatic history. Gold distaters were issued to reward elite soldiers and finance Alexander’s campaigns. Only 3 are known in mint state. |
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