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Quick Overview

Coin: Posthumous Bronze AE Unit (AE17)
Ruler: Alexander III (The Great)
Date: 323–317 BC
Weight: 4.91 grams
Diameter: 17.0 mm – 17.2 mm
Patina: Stunning, smooth emerald-green patina

Coin Details

Front (Obverse): Clean, youthful head of Herakles (Hercules) right, wearing the classic Nemean lion-skin headdress.
Back (Reverse): Classic weapons of Herakles—a bow in its quiver and a detailed, knobby club. Features the "ΑΛΕΞΑΝΔΡΟΥ" (of Alexander) inscription.
Condition: Exceptional eye appeal with a rich green patina that sharply highlights the design contours.

History

Minted immediately following the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC. Striking these coins helped his successor generals pay troops and secure regional trade while fighting for control of the fractured empire.

Value Breakdown by Condition (Google AI search)

Fair to Fine (F): $20 – $45
- The coin will show heavy wear.
- Details like the facial features of Heracles or the lettering of the legend are partially flat or obscured by a thick, uneven patina.
Very Fine (VF): $50 – $90
- This is the average standard for most well-kept collectors' pieces.
- The lion skin headdress outlines are distinct, the reverse devices are recognizable, and the inscriptions (AΛEΞANΔPOY) are mostly readable.
Extremely Fine (XF) to Choice: $100 – $200+

Exceptional eye appeal with highly preserved, crisp details.
Features a smooth, attractive dark green or dark brown "river patina" with no signs of bronze disease or harsh chemical cleaning.

Shipping

Shipped securely in a protective flip with tracking.
Combined shipping available for multiple purchases.

I will be moving to Greece in a few years; I cannot take my ancient coin collection with me. So, I will be selling many ancient coins over the next few years. I have been a huge collector since the early 90s.

I am no numismatic, I am a collector, I do not grade anything. "What you see is what you are buying". Everything is true and authentic to the best of my knowledge. If you are not happy, money back guarantee and free shipping as long as all items return in same condition shipped.

All coins shipped in vinyl (PVC free) 2x2 protective holders or 2x2 cardboard flip. I will add new items every Thursday.

Wishing you all the very best, John

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