MACEDON. Kingdom of Macedon. Alexander III (the Great), 336-323 B.C. AV Stater (8.60 gms), Sidon Mint, ca. 332/1-324/3 B.C. NGC Ch AU, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 4/5. Pr-3470. Lifetime issue. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; Reverse: Nike standing left, holding wreath and stylis; filleted palm frond below right wing. Though struck with a somewhat worn obverse die, this <strong>VERY RARE</strong> issue nevertheless presents great centering with virtually no evidence of handling and tremendous brilliance remaining in the fields.
