Alexander the Great Drachm (336-323 B.C.)

The epitome of leadership and success. This remarkable pendant envelops a silver drachm that highlights the accomplishments of celebrated Greek hero Alexander the Great. The coin has been hand-selected for its brilliance and incomparable illustration of the legendary ruler. It's done in extremely high relief, allowing the remarkable image to practically jump off the coin. Alternatively, you can wear the pendant with the reverse on display, which features Zeus seated on a throne. The setting is crafted from solid 14k solid gold and features superb scroll work that draws attention to the coin and its historic subject.

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Price: $1395.00

About this coin

Alexander III (the Great) was born in Macedon, which was located in north central Greece. He inherited a somewhat large kingdom from his father, but by the time of Alexander's death at age 33, he had far surpassed the accomplishments of anyone previous, conquering much of the known world. He's still recognized as perhaps the greatest military leader of all time, though he was also well educated - by Aristotle, no less. Many silver coins minted during Alexander's reign, such as this drachm, feature a large portrait of Herakles (also called Hercules) wearing a lion's skin headdress on one side, with a picture of Zeus seated on a throne holding an eagle and scepter on the reverse.

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Coin minted:	c. 336-323 B.C.
Coin denomination/metal:	Silver drachm
Coin grade:	Premium quality Hand selected by our senior numismatist for exceptional beauty and detail
Setting:	Handcrafted 14k solid gold