MACEDON. Kingdom of Macedon. Alexander III (the Great), 336-323 B.C. AR Tetradrachm (16.67 gms), Babylon Mint, ca. 324/3 B.C. NGC AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5.Pr-3619. Obverse: Head of Herakles right, wearing lion skin; Reverse: Zeus seated left on throne, holding eagle and scepter; in left field, bee above M; monogram below throne. Bright and flashy, this pleasing example features a charming strike great overall appeal, all while emanating from the period just prior to the death of Alexander.
