The silver drachm was a key denomination in Macedonian coinage, serving as an essential medium of exchange throughout the kingdom’s history. These coins often showcased imagery that emphasized Macedonian strength and divine favor, with designs that evolved under successive rulers to convey shifting political ideals and artistic styles. Today, Kingdom of Macedonia Alexander III AR Drachm Coins are available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
The Kingdom of Macedonia under Alexander III evolved from a regional power into the administrative heart of a vast empire spanning three continents. While Alexander spent most of his reign campaigning abroad, Macedonia itself served as the symbolic and practical center of his authority, supplying troops, resources, and legitimacy for his conquests. The kingdom’s infrastructure, military traditions, and political institutions provided the foundation for Hellenistic governance structures that Alexander exported throughout his conquered territories
This Kingdom of Macedonia Alexander III AR Drachm Coin is in Very Fine condition. It retains crisp relief on the design elements and solid surfaces, with good definition remaining on the engraved legends. Modern wear may be visible on the highest points, but the coin maintains an authentic patina and aesthetic appeal.
On the obverse of the Alexander III AR Drachm, the coin presents the iconic image of Heracles in right-profile relief. The reverse of the Kingdom of Macedonia Alexander III AR Drachm features Zeus seated on a throne, rendered in left-profile relief. The broad circulation of Alexander’s drachms established a far-reaching monetary network that endured long after his passing, as his coinage continued to be struck and used for many generations.
Please contact JM Bullion if you have any questions when buying ancient silver coins for sale. You can call us at 800-276-6508, chat with us online, or email us directly.
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The silver drachm was a key denomination in Macedonian coinage, serving as an essential medium of exchange throughout the kingdom’s history. These coins often showcased imagery that emphasized Macedonian strength and divine favor, with designs that evolved under successive rulers to convey shifting political ideals and artistic styles. Today, Kingdom of Macedonia Alexander III AR Drachm Coins are available at JM Bullion.
Coin Highlights:
The Kingdom of Macedonia under Alexander III evolved from a regional power into the administrative heart of a vast empire spanning three continents. While Alexander spent most of his reign campaigning abroad, Macedonia itself served as the symbolic and practical center of his authority, supplying troops, resources, and legitimacy for his conquests. The kingdom’s infrastructure, military traditions, and political institutions provided the foundation for Hellenistic governance structures that Alexander exported throughout his conquered territories
This Kingdom of Macedonia Alexander III AR Drachm Coin is in Very Fine condition. It retains crisp relief on the design elements and solid surfaces, with good definition remaining on the engraved legends. Modern wear may be visible on the highest points, but the coin maintains an authentic patina and aesthetic appeal.
On the obverse of the Alexander III AR Drachm, the coin presents the iconic image of Heracles in right-profile relief. The reverse of the Kingdom of Macedonia Alexander III AR Drachm features Zeus seated on a throne, rendered in left-profile relief. The broad circulation of Alexander’s drachms established a far-reaching monetary network that endured long after his passing, as his coinage continued to be struck and used for many generations.
Please contact JM Bullion if you have any questions when buying ancient silver coins for sale. You can call us at 800-276-6508, chat with us online, or email us directly.