MACEDON. Kingdom of Macedon. Alexander III (the Great), 336-323 B.C. AV Distater (17.19 gms), Amphipolis Mint, probable lifetime issue, ca. 325-323/2 B.C. NGC EF, Strike: 5/5 Surface: 2/5. Edge Marks. Pr-171. Obverse: Helmeted head of Athena right; Reverse: Nike standing left, holding wreath and cradling stylis; trident head in left field. Quite well struck and alluring, this <strong>RARE </strong>double sized denomination stands as a great overall example of the type, with the noted edge marks not being at all intrusive. From the Mark and Lottie Salton Collection.<p>Ex: Dr. Herbert E. Ives Collection.
